So I'm fortunate enough to have a bun that a) doesn't have an issue with slippery/hardwood floors and b) doesn't chew baseboards. I still have quite a few blankets and carpets all around the apartment so he's able to run around and binky without slipping.
BUT in the past I've had issues with him and my other rabbit chewing on baseboards and I've opted for all-natural bitter sprays. They're completely safe and they just make baseboards or any wooden elements of your home taste nasty so rabbits won't want to chew them. I used this: https://www.amazon.ca/Fooey-Ultra-Bitter-Spray-4-Fluid/dp/B000FOYMFU
Preservatives called "itchy Ms" can be a culprit - they are typically Methychloroisothiazolinone & Methylisothiazolinone, long names starting with M. Some good products without them are Shea Moisture, Cantu, Yes to Carrots, Not Your Mothers Naturals.
If it's really serious you might want to see a dermatologist. I did and was diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis. I was given a medicated shampoo and it worked OK but through Amazon I found this dog shampoo and it is freaking amazing even if it smells like tar. Works better than everything I've ever tried.
I've switched over to the "curly girl" method so I use all sulfate/silicone free products, that dog shampoo works well with that routine but I don't have a lot of issues like I used to so I rarely need to use it.
This rubber brush has been amazing for us. Those little hairs always just get stuck into whatever soft surface they sleep on.
We had a very similar outbreak and bought this spray from Amazon. It worked ASTOUNDINGLY WELL. As in, no signs of fleas within a hour of spraying. I also like that it's plant based, pleasant smelling, and safe for home and pets.
l Starmark Treat Dispensing Chew Ball Tough Dog Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009YD8NS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_WmY-FbMMPN6W1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1. I used this when my rescue was being a jerk. They have to work to get the kibble out and I started with small trips and came back before he was done emptying g the ball. Eventually he looked forward to us leaving because he knew he would get his busy ball.
Hi, I also have a 7 month old Shar Pei. When he was about 3 months old he also developed the same thing. I assumed it was the heat here in Florida but I also saw some red spots. I tried to take him to the vet as soon as I noticed but they could not squeeze me in that weekend. I decided to try something out in the meantime to make sure he feels better. I bought him this shampoo called veterinary formula clinical care. I got him the purple bottle and he is doing great now! It’s a very cheap shampoo but it saved me a visit to the vet. I bathe him every week since he suffers from dry skin and that worked out for me! I hope this helps you out. veterinary formula clinical care
I'm so sorry!
We've had luck with Apoquel for our pittie with skin issues, although it sounds like you might be past that point already...Have you tried antiseborrheic shampoo? That's been useful when we've had short-term issues with our TWC, but I think that was more about detergent irritation than allergies, so maybe not the same...
It's so tough, because the poor pups are always so stoic in their suffering, and remain so sweet and good-natured throughout it...Good luck, and regardless of any other medical treatments, make sure this dude gets his cuddles and scritches daily. :)
This gets the fur out of the carpet in our car.
Chemical Guys Acc_S06 Professional Rubber Pet Hair Removal Brush https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042B4B3U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_184VZ15YJ2PZMZ6ZADZQ
Try this!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037Z6VK8
My basset hound had a terrible skin infection like that he would scratch at until he bled. This worked wonders - just use it like a regular shampoo every few days and leave it on the coat to soak in for a few minutes, then wash off. It definitely works. Plus it's pretty cheap.
This stuff kills them on contact, and it really works.
It's not very expensive on Amazon. The next thing is to vacuum, vacuum, vacuum, and then vacuum some more. Two or three times daily, empty your vacuum cleaner after each time. Make sure to pay close attention where your dogs sleep and hang out the most. Oh, and did I mention you need to vacuum?
Where I live we usually have a break out of fleas in the spring and early fall. If we don't stay on top of it they can really overtake your house before you know it. This is the best way I have found to get rid of them without using harsh insecticides that could harm your pets.
I came across tics a lot last year and did a ton of reading.
In order for you to get lime disease the tick has to puke into you. So when pulling them off, pull by the head with tweezers. DO NOT Squeeze the body, especially when filled with blood. IF you squeeze the body you can force the blood back into you. DO NOT DROWN THEM OFF. It can cause them to puke into you as they convulse trying to get oxygen.
If I remember correctly the tic has to be on you for 24 hours for yo0u to get infected (on average).
I had one on me for a few hours and it got to the size of a dime before my girlfriend saw it. I was fine. I'm sure you will be too.
If you can get a shipment from the US you can buy this stuff. It worked really well on my dogs but they are not allowed to sell it in canada. I bought it on Amazon 3 or 4 years ago and now you can't ship to canada/
I’m using this shampoo for my little guy at the moment- https://www.amazon.ca/Veterinary-Formula-Clinical-Care-Antiseborrheic/dp/B0037Z6VK8/ref=pd_aw_fbt_img_2/145-2400310-3972325?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0037Z6VK8&pd_rd_r=74ab5896-db32-4e64-8d1e-56e4d92ab212&pd_rd_w=rBlNn&pd_rd_wg=UqY3Z...
Along with a Highly moisturizing Eucerine lotion (found at drug stores or Walmart) with 5% urea in it.
This regiment has completely cleared up the skin issues that were starting to developed on my little guys skin - I also had it approved by the vet.
I would also caution against coconut oil - it may work for some dogs of course, but in humans it’s highly comedogenic (clogs pore) - I know some humans claim it works for them and I’m not disputing that just giving my two cents/some info. If the issues your pup is having are plugged follicles his skin may be too sensitive for the coconut oil. Good luck!
My dog has had fleas for a few months on and off also, I tried shampoo and it didn't do much besides kill/drown whatever was on at the time.
Then tried frontline+, didn't do much of anything either.
Then I got capstar tablets, these are awesome at killing the adult fleas that bite, however the eggs remain (fleas lay a shitton of eggs in their brief life span).
Tried many times to vacuum like crazy yet they just kept coming back. Also tried borox all over (pain in the ass to vacuum), they were still coming back.
After this I figured there were fleas with dogsitter and dog kept re-getting fleas anytime they dogsat. Stopped dropping dog off over there for the short term and fleas have been going away.
Did another application of frontline+ and continued using capstar and a bath, continuing to vacuum anything and everything the dog touches.
They came back again after another brief stay with the family member. Pestered family member to clean house (helped also) and started using this the other day. Sprayed it everywhere, doesn't smell bad and doesn't harm the dog. Haven't seen any fleas yet. Probably will use the spray at family members house. It's just oils and water, dries pretty quickly.
Hoping to be rid of these bastards because they've attacked my legs quite a bit.
If you're lazy like me you will buy something like this http://www.amazon.com/Treat-Dispensing-Chew-Ball-Large/dp/B0009YD8NS/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=1TCJ45HBQN74BBD22RG8
and give your dog meals in it. It gives him/her mental stimulation without you having to do anything. Also, you don't say how old he is, but I'm guessing he will settle down at some point, even if it's longer than you expected.
Good suggestions above, I will just add that the best 'mental stimulation' toy I've found for my dog is this one: Treat dispensing ball. I feed him all his meals in it, and it makes each one a challenge.
Some animals are sensitive to it, so be careful, but:
A single Seresto collar on one of the cats, can in the relatively short term clear all of them and the house (assuming indoor cats).
It renders fleas infertile, which slowly clears the infestation by attrition.
They’re about $50-$60 on Amazon.
Do NOT buy a knockoff or bootleg - they don’t work.
And while you’re waiting for it to work,
Vet's Best Flea and Tick Home Spray
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003PRI6OC/
(Not an affiliate link)
It’s a peppermint/clove/eucalyptus spray, and seems to help a bit in the short term.
Source: this combo worked for us, then subsequently several neighbors.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/SynergyLabs-Veterinary-Antiparasitic-Antiseborrheic-Medicated/dp/B0037Z6VK8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1ANY1LYBXLNJ2&keywords=antiparasitic+shampoo+for+dogs&qid=1668585660&sprefix=antipara%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-3My hippo is too unfortunately. I use an anti-parasitic & anti-seborrheic medicated shampoo. You can buy it on Amazon. It’s a little pricey, but it works and is much better than pills. It completely cleared up after a few uses.
Grateful I'm not dealing that, but I'd wager this would help.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003PRI6OC/
Has worked for me with bugs of all sorts.
It looks like this spray is supposed to keep rabbits away from your chewables. We used something similar for my dogs back when they were puppies and it worked well.
Ohhh, I think I have an idea: I switched puppy pee pads from what the rescue agency gave me (limited amount, I ran out) to something I got from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MW8G62E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
No idea what type the rescue agency gave me, so maybe it's the scent even though the pads are in the same location?
I haven't tried using exclusively fleece, but I think there's two things that help with keeping it from causing respiratory problems:
> https://www.petmd.com/dog/parasites/it-safe-use-essential-oils-fleas-and-ticks-pets
> Check out the reviews:
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PRI6OC
I’ve seen the all natural essential oil flea dip shampoo and it’s sold everywhere, even Amazon. They often contain mint, eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender, lemongrass, clove, tea tree oil, etc and can cause chemical burns and/or leave permanent bald spots. Even if you look through the reviews on Amazon you will see pictures uploaded of the damage it did to their dogs.
We do the cytopoint injection as well! Also, we wash any open wounds with this:
for an instant kill spray i suggest https://www.amazon.com/Vets-Best-Treatment-Certified-Natural/dp/B003PRI6OC?th=1
(it's marketed for fleas and ticks but should be pretty effective on anything with an exoskeleton if you can spray it on directly -- we've used it on ants, flies, terrifying giant spiders we are too afraid to squish, etc)
Had to deal with this last summer! I vacuumed the whole house (including couches) thoroughly every day and dumped the canister into a freezer bag so I could look to see if there were any live fleas (vacuuming does NOT kill them, so make sure you immediately empty the vac and put the bag outside). When I no longer saw live fleas for a couple days in a row, I cut back on the vacuuming a bit. I also washed fabrics (bedding, curtains, rugs) in hot water after treating the animals.
After I stopped seeing live fleas in the vacuum, I sprayed this stuff on the carpets, rugs, and couches because it gets rid of the eggs too. I let it sit overnight, then vacuumed reallllly well the next morning before I let my toddler run around. It's natural ingredients like peppermint and clove oil, but I wasn't sure if it would irritate her skin or something. It did not, and we didn't have any more fleas afterwards. Fair warning, it smells super strongly of cloves, so I def recommend opening some windows and having a couple fans on. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PRI6OC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_RKYEKSFVEVGMZSE4Q5EK
I don't think anyone has mentioned this and it's kind of different, but I was given puppy pads (I think?) when I was a young teen and first menstruating. These things. Anyway, I put them under my fitted sheet but above my mattress, so if I had a nighttime accident and bled onto my bed, I only got blood on the fitted sheet and the puppy pad and not the mattress or anything underneath. I just stashed the box under my bed for storage.
We washed him in this shampoo and had him stand in the water for like 10 mins it is pretty effective.
So a big thing to think about is that ‘overdosing’ on flea meds can be a dangerous game! Try not to do anything more to your pup beside flea combing, but you likely will have more to do to get rid of them if you saw a live flea in the house. This pet safe spray: Vet's Best Flea and Tick Home Spray | Flea Treatment for Dogs and Home | Flea Killer with Certified Natural Oils https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PRI6OC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_DXR4SRNC8VYMPSRGEFDQ And this D.Earth will kill those fleas, Safer 51703 Diatomaceous Earth-Bed Bug Flea, Ant, Crawling Insect Killer 4 lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D60GAW2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_X5JXCK5V20GB5RZMW87Q
Although pet safe, please make sure to read labels and follow the directions carefully. Wash any and everything with fabric, bath mats, towels, blankets, pillowcases, everything! Check your couches too, fleas are horrible and I wish you the best in ridding them! Last time we bug bombed our house twice and stayed at a hotel for a weekend.
If hairballs try this twice a day. Vets best hairball digestive aid ..I had a cat puking daily and this resolved the issue in about a qeek. . https://www.amazon.com/Vets-Best-Hairball-Digestive-Formulated/dp/B0002I9O84
Also, I have had some success with stomach issue by sprinkling slippery elm on food. About an eighth of a teaspoon. You can find this in health food stores.
Check out reusable brushes like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042B4B3U
I have one, and it is amazing at moving all the animal hair together, then I can just scoop it off with a hand. I bought it to de-fur my car, but it works great on all sorts of fabric materials.
There are likely other similar products, but the above one is the one I tried.