goingsolo Posted June 27, 2015 Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Hi all a friend has a 15yr old collie whose eczema is really plauing up in heat. She has been to vets and has steroid cream which is not doing much. Are there any homeopathic remedies she vould try?? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted June 27, 2015 Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Let's ask @Jase hopefully he knows one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Thanks not good at tagging xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted June 27, 2015 Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Thanks not good at tagging xx you are welcome Tagging is so easy now just use the @ and then the users name and a drop down list will appear so you can pick the right one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 Will give it a go x, my tablet a bit slow lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 (edited) Sorry, have only just seen this. For some reason I am not receiving notifications by email?? I am afraid that I haven't delved into homeopathy. I use and generally recommend various natural supplements that have anti microbial, anti inflammatory, anti bacterial, anti fungal or other health boosting supplements that will give the dog the best chance of self regulating and fighting off certain conditions. All though natural there is still science behind the active ingredients. This being said, I would take the following approach. 1. Stop using shampoo or conditioners 2. Add turmeric and coconut oil to diet 3. Feed a good quality dog specific probiotic 4. Use Calendula tea applied topically to relive the itching - not sure the type of eczema or if it wet, so this may have a bearing on how frequently you can apply this. 5. I have been getting some really interesting information recently of the benefits of adding pumpkin skin to the diet for fungal type skin conditions. I would try this for sure. Again, I will say I am not a vet or specialist. These are my own views and opinions :-) I hope you can offer something to help your friends dogs' discomfort. Edited June 29, 2015 by Jase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulG Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 I would also check food for wheat or Corn products if found swap to a rice diet chicken beef and rice food also do not feed Evening Primrose oil I would also change to a Hypo Allergenic laundry detergent as it could be being aggravated by an allergic reaction to household cleaners If the atmosphere in the house is very dry look around for a humidifier it will as a fringe benefit help cool the house down and then try as much as possible to keep the dog out of direct sunlight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted June 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 Sorry, have only just seen this. For some reason I am not receiving notifications by email?? I am afraid that I haven't delved into homeopathy. I use and generally recommend various natural supplements that have anti microbial, anti inflammatory, anti bacterial, anti fungal or other health boosting supplements that will give the dog the best chance of self regulating and fighting off certain conditions. All though natural there is still science behind the active ingredients. This being said, I would take the following approach. 1. Stop using shampoo or conditioners 2. Add turmeric and coconut oil to diet 3. Feed a good quality dog specific probiotic 4. Use Calendula tea applied topically to relive the itching - not sure the type of eczema or if it wet, so this may have a bearing on how frequently you can apply this. 5. I have been getting some really interesting information recently of the benefits of adding pumpkin skin to the diet for fungal type skin conditions. I would try this for sure. Again, I will say I am not a vet or specialist. These are my own views and opinions :-) I hope you can offer something to help your friends dogs' discomfort. I would also check food for wheat or Corn products if found swap to a rice diet chicken beef and rice food also do not feed Evening Primrose oil I would also change to a Hypo Allergenic laundry detergent as it could be being aggravated by an allergic reaction to household cleaners If the atmosphere in the house is very dry look around for a humidifier it will as a fringe benefit help cool the house down and then try as much as possible to keep the dog out of direct sunlight. thank you both I shall pass on the information :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted July 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 I have passed on your suggestions owner very grateful thanks @Jase @PaulG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 I hope something works for the Collie I was doing some more research the other day and came across a condition called "Walking Dandruff" (Cheyletiellosis) Collies are are dog prone to this. It may be worth checking out. http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Health/Cheyletiellosis.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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