Does this product work for sure on the hot spots/rash on a dog (shih tzu). He has very red areas in his armpits, inside hind legs, stomach and chest. I've tried several products and use a shampoo and conditioner for this condition. He scratches and chews a lot. He doesn't have fleas. Does this product work for sure on the hot spots/rash on a dog (shih tzu). He has very red areas in his armpits, inside hind legs, stomach and chest. I've tried several products and use a... » Read More Does this product work for sure on the hot spots/rash on a dog (shih tzu). He has very red areas in his armpits, inside hind legs, stomach and chest. I've tried several products and use a shampoo and conditioner for this condition. He scratches and chews a lot. He doesn't have fleas. « Show Less
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I've used this product on my Sheltie that had a similar symptoms. It works great with a combination of medicated shampoo Chlorhexidine 2%. The key is bathing them 3-days in a row and allowing the solution or shampoo to stay on them for at least 10 to 15 minutes before you rinse. Keep in mind this is a concentrate. A small amount mixed into bath water or a small tub will go a long way. As always read the directions and if the symptoms persist after the third day consult your vet.
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Suggest you reference Wikipedia Chlorhexidine, seems to be a good to excellent anti microbail (bacterial, fungi, virus); more detailed write up is on Wikipedia as to it's less effective against. If it doesn't work (significant improvement) in 12 hours or less, I know I would take my canine/dog to a Veterinarian.
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Yes. It's one of the better anti-bacterial/anti-fungals for dogs. It is safe when used as directed, and if the dog licks it off, it actually helps clean the bacteria off his teeth and around his mouth. I use it all the time for my dog.
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As far as I'm concerned, this is a miracle solution. It is good for any skin problem but should not get in the eyes. It kills just about anything except ring worm. Dilute it according to the instructions...1 oz per gallon (I usually use it stronger than that) and spray a couple times a day until you see the irriation subsiding...then you can do only once a day until it is gone. We use it on our floors, dog & cat cages...I've even used it on me. If this doesn't improve in a week, definitely take the dog to a vet. You're not going to see "overnight" improvement.
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We used this on our 10 week old puppy and it worked well. He had no irritation or dry skin. In fact, it made his skin and fur extra soft on top of smelling great. Its formulated different than human shampoo since we both require a different Ph level. Try this stuff, you wont be mad you did.
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I have to say that this has worked as a diaper cream for us. She developed a rash and I would spray her bum with this after wiping her down and the rash went away. Haven't had one since.
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I live in Western NY and walk my dog in a brush-filled area and near a pond (my dog is a chi/terrier mix). So far after two years on this (six months each year) he has not gotten any fleas. Since he's never had fleas I don't know about killing them, but it appears as though this works to prevent them. To be completely sure you might want to call your vet and make sure this brand works on the fleas in your region.
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I have a 6 yrs old Shih Tzu and it works great! Instead of scissors that leave a bunt cut and gap the Safari DE - Matting comb takes only the mat and does so by layering the hair in the area your working on. I am completely satisfied with mine! !! Hope this helps you out. By the way I so all my grooming myself with trips to the groomer every 3 months and my groomers amazed at how well he looks.
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This being one of the only shampoos that my little guy can use, I have used this for several years now and I have shared the bottle with a female friend who has used this on her cats for an external treatment of skin problems and she had great results with her cats just as it did for my Chihuahua just be sure that you do not allow the animal to lick the product off it's skin while bathing. Also, you must leave on for at least 10 minutes and bathe once a week until their skin clears up for the full benefit of this product. So in answer to your question, yes, it can be used on felines as well as dogs. Hope this helps and good luck to you. This being one of the only shampoos that my little guy can use, I have used this for several years now and I have shared the bottle with a female friend who has used this on her cats for an external treatment of skin problems and she had great results with her cats just as it did for my Chihuahua just be sure that you do not allow the animal to lick the product off it's skin while bathing. Also, you must leave on for at least 10 minutes and bathe once a week until their skin clears up for the full benefit of this product. So in answer to your question, yes, it can be used on felines as well... » Read More This being one of the only shampoos that my little guy can use, I have used this for several years now and I have shared the bottle with a female friend who has used this on her cats for an external treatment of skin problems and she had great results with her cats just as it did for my Chihuahua just be sure that you do not allow the animal to lick the product off it's skin while bathing. Also, you must leave on for at least 10 minutes and bathe once a week until their skin clears up for the full benefit of this product. So in answer to your question, yes, it can be used on felines as well as dogs. Hope this helps and good luck to you. « Show Less
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Yes, I just noticed the same thing on my white pitbull. She is yellow in the sun. I still love this stuff. The fleas are gone, so I won't be using it anymore this season.
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Yes! Works very well. Used 2-3 times a week for the first two weeks then once a week after. Smells good too. After every bath I put coconut oil on her coat also. Bald spots and scratching are gone completely. Also feeding a grain free holistic diet helps with any other skin issues
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I have re-read the box and the label mentions nothing of ticks. Lots of references to fleas, but no ticks. But, it may be worth a try! I think if my dog had a few ticks, I'd try it. Good luck. Joe
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I have a Shih Tzu and it works great for him. Can't respond on. Cat, I don't have one. I use this to "maintain" his groom. Doesn't get hot for us....but we don't use it long.
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I have a yellow lab with a thick coat. It works good on him. Make sure you use the longer prongs though and make sure you work the collar so the prongs actually are touching the skin. Don't leave it on the dog all of the time though. Not only does the dog get to where it will only respond when it's being beeped or shocked it can cause redness and sores where the prongs are. Hope this helps.
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It doesn't leave marks on clothes, but it doesn't work. I had to use it twice a day, and it still didn't work. And it made my armpits red/itchy.
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Mange is a mite and for it you need something to kill and smother the mites that burrow under the skin. Now my dog was originally misdiagnosed at the vet for mange which she of course didn't have so the medicine for it didn't work. I know girls in rescue have been using neem oil for mites but I don't know if I would trust it. I would take a dog to the vet for that. This shampoo is for fungal and microbial skin problems and just happens to work for my dogs staph infection in her skin.
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I have seen all sizes of dog flourish on Halo. I believe it saved my dogs life from allergies? She had lost her hair in large patches and red inflamed sores on her body. After one week on Halo the sores were not and started to heal? She has not signs of allergies since eating Halo.
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No. I am a professional trainer and believe in pheromone therapy. I have tried this on many different dogs and no results at all. Other pheromone therapy can help. Check thyroid level. For aggression problems needs to be in the mid range.
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We bought this product because we thought our puppy had mange. We were fortunate that he did not have it, but I loved this shampoo. Unless you have a very minor spot on your dog, I don't think this would act as a cure, but I do think it will make bath time more comfortable for them!!
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I read that was just an old wives tale. I use it to help her skin from being too dry & give her a shinier coat. For fleas & ticks I use Trifexis. 1 chewable tablet once a month. Haven't seen a flea or tick in years.