Dog rash keeps returning despite allergy efforts. What's next?

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I've gotten my dogs rash to go away but it ends up coming right back. I've cut out all the things she is allergic to and nothing is working and I'm worried and I dont know what to do can you help?? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 25 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

If the rash keeps coming back, it likely indicates she is allergic to something you are not aware of or something about her confirmation/skin is causing the lesion. Those spots on Chloe could be several things including allergies to fleas, allergies to something in the environment, food allergy or endocrine disease. Each one of these problems is detected and addressed differently and I recommend to discuss with your veterinarian which one to start hunting down first. Parasites are often ruled out with an oral medication like Simparica. Food allergy is best ruled out with a diet trial using a hydrolyzed protein. Endocrine diseases are detected with blood work. Environmental allergies are a little more difficult to detect but a response to therapy or a blood test can give an indication. Once you figure out and address the underlying cause, the lesions should not come back. There are a couple things you can do at home and they can help but they may not address the underlying cause. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. Also protect the area from trauma by having Chloe wear an elizabethan collar at all times. Ask your vet about a medicated wipe or cream to use on the area. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Dog rash keeps returning despite allergy efforts. What's next?

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