What helped my dog's skin

[terry2144]

First I want to say dog's apparently are lactose intolerant. I did not know this for the last 10 years. My 10 year old dog developed a nasty hotspot literally over night this past summer. $250 later topping out my credit card he was given a heavy dose of steroids and antibiotics. After that he became very itchy and his skin was getting scaby. He has had milk products in the past and so I decided to give him activia. I only gave him it for about 10 days and his skin cleared up. I hope his fur will now grow back. Once again caution because dogs are lactose intolerant. This was a miracle for my dog.

[terry2144]

Just want to add If I could have afforded the vet I'd have taken him there. I love my dog!

[ticul]

OMG, good that you found something. One time I needed some meds for one of my dog and the vets were close. The phamacies hepl me and said if people would now they would get some of the meds they need for their animals at the pharmacy for a lot less $$$. Now wen I need something I always ask the phamacies. One of my dog had an itchy spot and we use Gold Bond and it work very well. Maybe that can help. Thank you for sharing and I sure hope your little guy will be better........

[MortgageQueen]

Very glad you found a cure Terry. For future information, yu could probably just get a good quality probiotic and keep it in the fridge. . . .only because yogurt is a milk product too.
Another thing that helps itchy allergies is coconut oil (organic) I give my dog a heaping tablespoon a day. (she's 85 lbs)

[lecale]

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[MortgageQueen]

Not at all Lecale.


Here is a quoted article (one of many) that will explain. . . . .

What are the health benefits of coconut oil?


Studies have show that intake of coconut oil can help our bodies mount resistance to both viruses and bacteria that can cause illness. Even more, it also can help to fight off yeast, fungus and candida.
Coconut oil can also positively affect our hormones for thyroid and blood-sugar control. People who take coconut oil also tend to have improvements in how they handle blood sugar since coconut can help improve insulin use within the body. Coconut oil can boost thyroid function helping to increase metabolism, energy and endurance. It increases digestion and helps to absorb fat-soluble vitamins.


Can coconut oil reduce cholesterol?


Coconut oil has a saturated fat called lauric acid, a type of MCT. It has been shown that lauric acid increases the good HDL cholesterol in the blood to help improve cholesterol ratio levels. Coconut oil lowers cholesterol by promoting its conversion to pregnenolone, a molecule that is a precursor to many of the hormones our bodies need. Coconut can help restore normal thyroid function. When the thyroid does not function optimally, it can contribute to higher levels of bad cholesterol.


How does coconut help keep weight balanced?


Coconut fats have special fats called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). It has been shown that breaking down these types of healthy fats in the liver leads to efficient burning of energy. One2009 study found that women who consumed 30 milliliters (about 2 tablespoons) of coconut oil daily for 12 weeks not only did not gain more weight, but actually had lowered amounts of abdominal fat, a type of fat that is difficult to lose, and contributes to more heart problems.


http://www.doctoroz.com/article/surp...ts-coconut-oil

[lecale]

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[MortgageQueen]

I think we will have to agree to disagree. Although I posted Dr. Oz article, i only did so because people recognize his name. I frankly don't trust a lot of info from government agencies.
I personally know nutritionists that use coconut oil in their prescribed diets as well as individuals that previously had high cholesterol but no longer do.
As for my dog, she is sleek, shiny and perfect weight, But I certainly respect your opinion and understand where you're coming from.

[lecale]

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[MortgageQueen]

I think I would agree with you in regards to humans (although I do know several healthy people that do consume that much) but dogs are a different animal (pardon the pun!)
I feed them brown rice/fruit/veg in morning and raw meat including all bones and fat, at night. They are both lean as can be.
I truly believe unhealthy fat and most of all, processed food (as in all commercial dog food) is where obesity/illness come from.

While the coconut oil undeniably has fat in it, it is a healthy fat. You are right Lecale; too much of anything is not good.

Further to my point is the article with link below describing the research in the book, The big Fat Surprise. Just as the author notes, the research is not new, but the corporate/commercial giants grabbed hold of people's fears and ran with it for decades. What we're left with ia a Big Fat North America! (including our pets!)

http://www.economist.com/news/books-...teak_and_cream