May 24, 2011
My German Shepherd's skin seems to have an infection. He has lost some of his fur and he smells. Would you have anything I can buy to help my beloved shepherd?
Full Question:
Hi Cindy,I've been having a big problem with my German Shepherd's skin. He seems to have an infection. He has lost some of his fur and he smells. I took him to the vet but he has been unable to clear the problem. He prescribed some antibiotics and he gave him a steriod shot but the problem persists. His ears are also affected. He also itches. I have tried different diets but no change. Would you have anything I can buy to help my beloved shepherd.
Thank You
Cindy's Answer:
What is this dog's EXACT diet?
Cindy
Cindy
User Response:
Hi Cindy,Thank you for responding to my e-mail. I feed my shepherd 'Nature's Recipe' lamb and rice formula. I also feed one can a day of 'Nature's Recipe' lamb and rice formula. Nature's Recipe is suppose to contain no BEEF, CORN, or WHEAT. I also feed him an egg every other day.
Thank You
Cindy's Answer:
I think the diet is the problem. The food you are feeding is full of substandard ingredients and grains. Grains are the number one problem for dogs with skin issues.
My recommendation is always to switch to a raw, species appropriate diet.
I realize that not everyone can or will feed raw, so if you can’t do that then we also have a great section on feeding dogs, I think you’ll find a lot of helpful information there.
There is a list of better quality kibbles on there and I would go for one with NO grain. This means no rice, corn, wheat, bran, barley, oatmeal, etc…. I would also be careful about the treats he gets… use grain free only.
The 2 best books for learning about the raw diet are Raw Dog Food and Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats. We give both these books to our puppy customers and rarely have questions about the diet.
I hope this helps.
Cindy
My recommendation is always to switch to a raw, species appropriate diet.
I realize that not everyone can or will feed raw, so if you can’t do that then we also have a great section on feeding dogs, I think you’ll find a lot of helpful information there.
There is a list of better quality kibbles on there and I would go for one with NO grain. This means no rice, corn, wheat, bran, barley, oatmeal, etc…. I would also be careful about the treats he gets… use grain free only.
The 2 best books for learning about the raw diet are Raw Dog Food and Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats. We give both these books to our puppy customers and rarely have questions about the diet.
I hope this helps.
Cindy
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