Labradore's question about Fungal Infection (Yeast)

Question

What can I do/give him to get rid of this infection?! Are there any topical treatments?

Accepted Answer

Hello-
Thank you for your question. I am sorry your but in super itchy.  In dogs generalized itchiness is commonly the result of allergies. In about 80 to 90% of our dogs the allergy is environmental and in about 10 to 20% of our dogs the allergy is food related. They can also be allergic to fleas so make sure that he is on an effective flea preventative (Nexgard, Bravecto, Simparica Trio, or Credelio). 

I would recommend giving your veterinarian a call to discuss other treatment options. Antihistamines are effective in some dogs but for many they don't work well (only about 25% of dogs). I would recommend discussing apoquel and cytopoint with your veterinarian. Both of those medications help about 75-80% of dogs with allergies. Another option would be to consider a hydrolyzed protein diet trial for him. If none of these options are effective then the next step would be a consult with a dermatologist. As far as topical shampoos Malaseb or miconazole hex can be helpful with a yeast or bacterial overgrowth but if there is no infection present it will not help with generalized itchiness. Good luck. Allergies are very frustrating and are not curable, but can be managed. It can take awhile to find the right treatment combination for each pet.

Fungal Infection (Yeast) in Dogs