Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your dog.
• If your dog’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Skin problems are most often caused by allergies and infections.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • Has this happened before?
  • What dog food is your dog currently eating?
  • Have you recently switched foods?
  • If so, what did you used to feed your dog?
  • Does your dog eat anything else, including treats and table scraps?
  • Does this happen more at certain times of the year?
  • Is your dog on any medications or supplements? What are they?
  • Has your dog had any ear issues?
  • Does your dog have gas or loose stool?
• Your dog may need:
  • Diagnostic testing such as a microscope (cytology) exam
  • Allergy testing
  • Blood work
  • Medications such as antibiotics, antifungals, or anti-inflammatories
  • A hypoallergenic diet

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