I noticed the flea and tick collar, I just brought for my dog started to cause a burn like rash on my dogs neck. So I removed it. Is there anything I should be treating it with. I have no money right to go to the vet and also he keeps scratching it. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 3 months old | 13 lbs

My Dog Has a Flea Collar Neck Rash: Treat It Affordably

Hello my dog hefe has been itching and biting and I have bathed him weeks upon weeks with flea shampoo as well as 3 month treatments and he is just always biting himself and licking himself on this skin parts mostly please please help me I can’t affo

Poor Hefe sounds miserable. It could be he has something else causing his itching such as allergies or mites. Without seeing him in person, I can't say for certain what is going on. He really does have to see a vet. You've tried treating this for weeks with no success, and you cannot leave him like this, it's not fair to him. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. I'd also see if you can borrow money from family and friends. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financi

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Training & Behavior

My dog keeps scratching! I’ve bathe her in this oatmeal sensitive skin dog soap and she’s still scratching, her skin is red! What do I do? I don’t have money for the vet

This scratching can be caused by fleas, mites, ringworm, or allergies. If Roxie isn't up to date on her flea treatment, I can give you one for her. First, I would give her Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash her bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. If she is up to date on her flea treatment, I recommend taking her into the vet for an exam today or tomorrow. The vet can do blood tests, skin scrapings, and use a Wood's lamp to diagnose allergies, mites, and ringworm. Once the cause of the itching is found, the vet can prescribe the appropriate treatment. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see i

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

took my pup for wellness check and asked vet to plz check for mange/mites. after the check he wanted to give meds for 'possible allergy(he wanted 400 for visit<40> plus meds) to prescribe 4 kinds of meds guessing as no real tests (blood,skin) were do

That looks pretty bad. I'd take him into another vet for a second opinion. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/ http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

My mom's dog has developed a bad rash on the underside of his stomach he's an inside dog and only goes out a couple times a day but he's been real uncomfortable it's been about a week now she's been trying to put calamine lotion on it and giving him

That looks horrible. Poor Bear. You need to tell your mom to stop using calamine lotion now. It contains zinc oxide, which can damage a dog's red blood cells – causing them to rupture, then leading to anemia, and even vomiting and diarrhea. It is not safe at all to use on dogs. The only way to know for sure what is going on is to have him seen by a vet. He also has to be seen by a vet to make sure he isn't suffering from anemia from your mom using the calamine lotion. She has to take him into a vet now. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

My dog has a rash around the eyes and underneath his mouth that he scratches repeatedly he even rubs it on the side walk... He recently had surgery (got neutered) but that was about 2 weeks ago. I can't afford the bet what can I do?

The first step would be to place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent further scratching or rubbing. The image shows a collar which is good. Use a warm washcloth to keep the eyes clear. They look inflamed, and possibly infected though. Ideally, he should be rechecked by your veterinarian. If he still has sutures from his neuter, when he returns for suture removal, have the vet check the eyes. He may need medication. There's nothing you can give him at home. Discuss payment plans or alternative financing such as CareCredit (www.carecredit.com) with your veterinarian. You can also ask about low cost or no cost clinics in your area. Financial assistance may possibly be secured through local charities or Red Rover (www.redrover.org).

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

I removed a tick from my dog in this spot a few weeks ago and idk if it’s just a scab healing. I thought I got the whole tick out. But I was giving him a flea and tick bath today and I think the scab or whatever it is broke so as you can see there’s

I do think this is worth getting checked out by a vet. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. You can also see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford the vet. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/ http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/

Updated on September 24th, 2025

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My puppy has a rash on his neck. Any idea what could it be. Anything I can give him?

Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! It could be from extra moisture due to his collar or a skin infection. Below is a link to an antihistamine to control scratching. I would clean it was a mild soap and water daily. Dry it well. You can try the spray below after drying. If it hasn't improved in a week he should be seen by a Vet for prescription medications. Good luck! https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=40493 https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/zyrtec/

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

I noticed a few weeks ago a light rash on my miniature Italian Greyhounds neck underneath his collar I've checked it once a week every week and it seemed fine I thought it would go away when I checked it this morning it seems to be a little more Brow

I am sorry to hear about your dog. It is possible moisture is getting trapped on the skin by the presence of the collar or something in the collar is irritating to his skin. I would recommend letting him go collar free when safe inside your home to let the area air out. You can try cleaning with a mild soap or dog shampoo and applying a hydrocortisone spray to the area. If it isn't improving then a vet visit is needed. I would also either wash the collar or purchase a new one. If he must have something on at all times you could try a harness instead of a collar to give the area under the neck a rest.

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

Is there something wrong with my dogs chin? I’ve noticed that it has been like this for a while and it’s always changing but never for the better. It’s staying about the same in redness, but pops up in different places on her chin. I can’t afford a v

This could be a skin infection or it could be a reaction to Roxie's bowls if they are plastic. Try switching her bowls to stainless steel to see if that helps. If this doesn't help, then she should see a vet for it, especial since her chin has looked like this for a while. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/ http://www.dogheirs.com/re

Updated on September 24th, 2025

Health & Wellbeing

My dog and I moved into the country from the city. He has now more pron fleas I have had him off his medicine (flea meds) for a couple months now and he has started itches like crazy and loosing his hair I don’t have money to take him to a vet but I

It takes time for flea medications to kill the fleas in the environment. The first step is restarting the flea preventatives. Benadryl can help with mild itching. However, since it can take several months for the fleas in the environment to die after starting a preventative, dogs may need anti-inflammatory medications to help with the constant need to itch. If he is scratching his skin a lot, he can cause a secondary skin infection that may need antibiotics to clear. If you cannot take Cooper to the vet, then you can try anti-itch shampoos. He may need to wear an e-collar or socks or booties to protect him from self-traumatizing his skin. Here are a few articles you may find helpful: Fleas: http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=3682 Financing: https://www.petcoach.co/article/7-smart-solutions-for-pet-care-financing/

Updated on September 24th, 2025

My dog's flea collar caused a neck rash. How to treat it affordably?

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Hello my dog hefe has been itching and biting and I have bathed him weeks upon weeks with flea shampoo as well as 3 month treatments and he is just always biting himself and licking himself on this skin parts mostly please please help me I can’t affo

My dog keeps scratching! I’ve bathe her in this oatmeal sensitive skin dog soap and she’s still scratching, her skin is red! What do I do? I don’t have money for the vet

took my pup for wellness check and asked vet to plz check for mange/mites. after the check he wanted to give meds for 'possible allergy(he wanted 400 for visit<40> plus meds) to prescribe 4 kinds of meds guessing as no real tests (blood,skin) were do

My mom's dog has developed a bad rash on the underside of his stomach he's an inside dog and only goes out a couple times a day but he's been real uncomfortable it's been about a week now she's been trying to put calamine lotion on it and giving him

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I removed a tick from my dog in this spot a few weeks ago and idk if it’s just a scab healing. I thought I got the whole tick out. But I was giving him a flea and tick bath today and I think the scab or whatever it is broke so as you can see there’s

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Is there something wrong with my dogs chin? I’ve noticed that it has been like this for a while and it’s always changing but never for the better. It’s staying about the same in redness, but pops up in different places on her chin. I can’t afford a v

My dog and I moved into the country from the city. He has now more pron fleas I have had him off his medicine (flea meds) for a couple months now and he has started itches like crazy and loosing his hair I don’t have money to take him to a vet but I

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