Raised scabs, small white pustules, itchy skin on my Rottweiler

Hi,
For Lola, your 10 month old, female, (spayed?) Rottweiler, who has had ‘most of the recommended shots’, you wrote,

“hesitant to take her to our vet because I want to avoid more antibiotics…. they always prescribe antibiotics for everything…. She is so happy and healthy otherwise!”

In my experience, I have found that Rottweilers are very strong, impressive dogs physically, but unfortunately, seem to have inherited poor immune systems!

She is only 10 months old, but in her past medical record you list:
1. Sensitive Stomach
2. Bad Dandruff
3. Ear mites
4. Treatment with lots of antibiotics

Also, ongoing exposure to pesticides. And now, the photos show that she has superficial pyoderma/dermatitis. This problem starts with bacteria in the hair follicles which forms a ‘pimple’ that pops, the fluid sticks the hair together, and over time mats together with more bacteria accumulating beneath the mat. Hence the ‘manure’ smell.

Your treatment of clipping the hair, and cleaning the skin is perfect. Although, it is best to keep the area clean and DRY. I would not apply oil. She may need a bath once a week, just to clean her overall, and remove any pesticide residues. Use a mild shampoo, like baby shampoo, which will not dry out her coat.

Although, since she is prone to dandruff, you may wish to give her a coconut oil ‘massage’ prior to the bath. Let the oil soak in to her skin for several hours, before bathing.

Now, for the INTERNAL treatment:
1. Gradually transition her from a diet that is mostly DRY to a diet that is 1/3 canned, 1/3 RAW and 1/3 dry for EACH meal.
If she weighs:
60 lbs feed her 900 calories per day
70 lbs feed her 1,000 calories per day
80 lbs feed her 1,150 calories per day

See our page on 10 Best Dog Food Options, https://www.organic-pet-digest.com/10-best-dog-food-options.html. Some RAW diets to consider are Primal, Nature’s Variety, or BRAVO!

Raw meat contains Vitamin C which will help her immune system.

2. Immune support:
1. Missing Link Canine Formula
2. Immuplex from Standard Process
3. OrthoMolecular Specialties, Mega C Powder

3. No more vaccinations. Or at least not any vaccination until she is completely well. Even then, I would be cautious about giving her a vaccine. And suggest she receive some homeopathic remedies for ‘vaccinosis’. A syndrome created in a susceptible individual after a vaccine is given that leads to poor health.
Seek the help of a holistic veterinarian to write an exemption form to avoid any more vaccinations for her. To find a holistic veterinarian in your area click on the link below

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

Please keep us posted by coming back to this page and clicking the ‘click here to add your own comments’ link below.

Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

Hi,
For Lola, your 10 month old, female, (spayed?) Rottweiler, who has had ‘most of the recommended shots’, you wrote,

“hesitant to take her to our vet because I want to avoid more antibiotics…. they always prescribe antibiotics for everything…. She is so happy and healthy otherwise!”

In my experience, I have found that Rottweilers are very strong, impressive dogs physically, but unfortunately, seem to have inherited poor immune systems!

She is only 10 months old, but in her past medical record you list:
1. Sensitive Stomach
2. Bad Dandruff
3. Ear mites
4. Treatment with lots of antibiotics

Also, ongoing exposure to pesticides. And now, the photos show that she has superficial pyoderma/dermatitis. This problem starts with bacteria in the hair follicles which forms a ‘pimple’ that pops, the fluid sticks the hair together, and over time mats together with more bacteria accumulating beneath the mat. Hence the ‘manure’ smell.

Your treatment of clipping the hair, and cleaning the skin is perfect. Although, it is best to keep the area clean and DRY. I would not apply oil. She may need a bath once a week, just to clean her overall, and remove any pesticide residues. Use a mild shampoo, like baby shampoo, which will not dry out her coat.

Although, since she is prone to dandruff, you may wish to give her a coconut oil ‘massage’ prior to the bath. Let the oil soak in to her skin for several hours, before bathing.

Now, for the INTERNAL treatment:
1. Gradually transition her from a diet that is mostly DRY to a diet that is 1/3 canned, 1/3 RAW and 1/3 dry for EACH meal.
If she weighs:
60 lbs feed her 900 calories per day
70 lbs feed her 1,000 calories per day
80 lbs feed her 1,150 calories per day

See our page on 10 Best Dog Food Options, https://www.organic-pet-digest.com/10-best-dog-food-options.html. Some RAW diets to consider are Primal, Nature’s Variety, or BRAVO!

Raw meat contains Vitamin C which will help her immune system.

2. Immune support:
1. Missing Link Canine Formula
2. Immuplex from Standard Process
3. OrthoMolecular Specialties, Mega C Powder

3. No more vaccinations. Or at least not any vaccination until she is completely well. Even then, I would be cautious about giving her a vaccine. And suggest she receive some homeopathic remedies for ‘vaccinosis’. A syndrome created in a susceptible individual after a vaccine is given that leads to poor health.
Seek the help of a holistic veterinarian to write an exemption form to avoid any more vaccinations for her. To find a holistic veterinarian in your area click on the link below

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

Please keep us posted by coming back to this page and clicking the ‘click here to add your own comments’ link below.

Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.