Comments on: Suberbug bites dog, the sequel http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/ Blogging by a team of pet-care experts led by Dr. Marty Becker. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:50:23 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Maureen http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-475763 Maureen Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:25:32 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-475763 We have a 14 yr. old enlish spring spaniel who has suffered for years with allergies. He was just diagnosed with MRSP. The vet is taking blood tests on Monday to test his liver function - if okay then will put on another antibiotic (first ones he prescribed won't work (both topical and oral). If you were just starting on a treatment plan, what would you do differently? Thanks, Maureen We have a 14 yr. old enlish spring spaniel who has suffered for years with allergies. He was just diagnosed with MRSP. The vet is taking blood tests on Monday to test his liver function - if okay then will put on another antibiotic (first ones he prescribed won’t work (both topical and oral). If you were just starting on a treatment plan, what would you do differently?
Thanks, Maureen

]]> By: Tania Ortega http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-471459 Tania Ortega Wed, 05 Aug 2009 01:21:30 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-471459 I have two Sheltie's which were diagnosed with MRSI last November and they were treated with different antibiotics. The oldest has been also diagnosed with Cushions as well(which in his case is the underlayer problem of the MRSI). They were on Cloramphenical but the MRSI came back, so they are on Amikacin now. We have tried the honey and the tea tree, Neosporin+Pain, bathing with Aveeno and anti-bacterial shampoo's. The MRSI signs are still there (but not as aggressive), yet, we can only afford 10 days worth more ($420+) and we have been battling this for months. The next thing our Vet is going to do is shave them both and I'm to shampoo them every other day. Does anyone have any suggestions on best shampoo or if they have any luck with any natural product to control MRSI. Desperately seeking help. Please email me to teortega@msn.com w/subject MRSI or respond here. Tania Ortega. BTW, Christie, how is Kyrie doing? I have two Sheltie’s which were diagnosed with MRSI last November and they were treated with different antibiotics. The oldest has been also diagnosed with Cushions as well(which in his case is the underlayer problem of the MRSI). They were on Cloramphenical but the MRSI came back, so they are on Amikacin now. We have tried the honey and the tea tree, Neosporin+Pain, bathing with Aveeno and anti-bacterial shampoo’s. The MRSI signs are still there (but not as aggressive), yet, we can only afford 10 days worth more ($420+) and we have been battling this for months. The next thing our Vet is going to do is shave them both and I’m to shampoo them every other day. Does anyone have any suggestions on best shampoo or if they have any luck with any natural product to control MRSI. Desperately seeking help. Please email me to teortega@msn.com w/subject MRSI or respond here. Tania Ortega. BTW, Christie, how is Kyrie doing?

]]> By: Liz http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-422514 Liz Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:31 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-422514 She has two spots, one on her foot and the other on her neck. I purchased the medi-honey and have been cleaning and applying twice a day, I bathe her feet once a day in Epsom Salt and wipe her feet with antibacterial wipes once a day. And she gets two baths a week, one with Douxo the other with Malacetic, each prescribed by her dermatolgist. Is there something above those things I can do? I'd love advice, I've had her since she was a puppy (she's 10 now). She has two spots, one on her foot and the other on her neck. I purchased the medi-honey and have been cleaning and applying twice a day, I bathe her feet once a day in Epsom Salt and wipe her feet with antibacterial wipes once a day. And she gets two baths a week, one with Douxo the other with Malacetic, each prescribed by her dermatolgist. Is there something above those things I can do? I’d love advice, I’ve had her since she was a puppy (she’s 10 now).

]]> By: Christie Keith http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-418923 Christie Keith Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:40:14 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-418923 Liz, where is her infection, on the skin? I got there with Kyrie, too, but I've been treating topically and it's WORKING. Liz, where is her infection, on the skin? I got there with Kyrie, too, but I’ve been treating topically and it’s WORKING.

]]> By: Liz http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-418901 Liz Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:47:51 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-418901 My dog recently got diagnosed with MRSP. She'd had MRSI before and then another staph infection shortly after. The MRSP she has is resistant against Cloramphenical (the drug that worked with her first bout of MRSI). Now I have no other choice but to start her on Amikacin, as the extended sensitivity panel came back as that being the only drug that could kill what she has now. I am keeping my finger's crossed she makes it through the treatment safely and comes out healthy. My vet told me because her staph infections keep getting more and more resistant if she doesn't improve this time she is going to be considered a health risk and I'll have no option but to put her down. The idea breaks my heart. I hope Kyrie is back on the road to recovery. My thoughts are with you both. My dog recently got diagnosed with MRSP. She’d had MRSI before and then another staph infection shortly after. The MRSP she has is resistant against Cloramphenical (the drug that worked with her first bout of MRSI). Now I have no other choice but to start her on Amikacin, as the extended sensitivity panel came back as that being the only drug that could kill what she has now. I am keeping my finger’s crossed she makes it through the treatment safely and comes out healthy. My vet told me because her staph infections keep getting more and more resistant if she doesn’t improve this time she is going to be considered a health risk and I’ll have no option but to put her down. The idea breaks my heart. I hope Kyrie is back on the road to recovery. My thoughts are with you both.

]]> By: Tee http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-402360 Tee Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:31:17 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-402360 Hi there I had something very simliar, but slightly different I have to be honest, but she last most of her hair in areas. The wondering the constant vet visits and the amount of discomfort the dog is in, is so distressing. I really feel for you. She had been on steroids and a varietyof other things and all the scrapes etc came back with nothing. They thought it was psychological. Anyway, i put her on fish oil and then she did not like it...so I found a multi-vitamin with Omega 3 and she is so so so much better. She does not lose hair or itch as much anymore and her hair is growing back. I hope you find something that works. Hi there

I had something very simliar, but slightly different I have to be honest, but she last most of her hair in areas. The wondering the constant vet visits and the amount of discomfort the dog is in, is so distressing. I really feel for you. She had been on steroids and a varietyof other things and all the scrapes etc came back with nothing. They thought it was psychological. Anyway, i put her on fish oil and then she did not like it…so I found a multi-vitamin with Omega 3 and she is so so so much better. She does not lose hair or itch as much anymore and her hair is growing back. I hope you find something that works.

]]> By: Cooper http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-398987 Cooper Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:38:43 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-398987 There is a vet in the Seattle area with an interesting protocol. http://www.drplechner.com/home.html I haven't tried this and don't personally know anyone that has but maybe it is worth looking into for a long term improvement. For healing, here's an article comparing different treatments in MRSA ulcers. http://sciencelinks.jp/j-east/article/200423/000020042304A0795980.php Have you tried Manuka honey? http://www.activemanukahoneyusa.us/Natural-MRSA-Treatment.htm There is a vet in the Seattle area with an interesting protocol.

http://www.drplechner.com/home.html

I haven’t tried this and don’t personally know anyone that has but maybe it is worth looking into for a long term improvement.

For healing, here’s an article comparing different treatments in MRSA ulcers.

http://sciencelinks.jp/j-east/.....795980.php

Have you tried Manuka honey?

http://www.activemanukahoneyus.....atment.htm

]]> By: Deanna http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-398883 Deanna Wed, 04 Feb 2009 21:50:54 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-398883 "Hounded" by the paparazzi... good one! I adore Borzoi. If they can be trained to fetch feathers, I might consider making room in my home for at least one. Best wishes to you and Miss Kyrie. “Hounded” by the paparazzi… good one!

I adore Borzoi. If they can be trained to fetch feathers, I might consider making room in my home for at least one.

Best wishes to you and Miss Kyrie.

]]> By: Christie Keith http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-398573 Christie Keith Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:54:25 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-398573 She was tested for Addison's/Cushings. Not those either. She was tested for Addison’s/Cushings. Not those either.

]]> By: CathyA http://www.petconnection.com/blog/2009/02/02/suberbug-bites-dog-the-sequel/comment-page-1/#comment-398544 CathyA Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:39:38 +0000 http://www.petconnection.com/blog/?p=5233#comment-398544 When nothing else makes sense test for Addison's. Can't hurt, might help. When nothing else makes sense test for Addison’s. Can’t hurt, might help.

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