FAQ - Skin-eze Tabs & Capsules

My dog has itchy ears that have become infected. He sometimes has a foul odor, and licks his paws frequently. Some of these dogs have chronic ear problems or scabs on their face. Sometimes the skin is dry and flaky. Will Skin-eze help?

A. Yes, there is a good chance that Skin-eze will help. However, on cases like the one you have described, you will have to follow the following regimen for best results. Bathe your dog with Skin-eze all natural, herbal shampoo daily for 5-6 days. This is VERY important, in order to speed up the healing process for more immediate relief. After that, continue to bathe twice weekly thereafter. Treat the ears with Skin-eze Oil O3 – put two drops in ears 1 time daily. If the dog has any lesions or sores on the skin, use the Skin-eze Oil O3 or Skin-eze Spray on those areas, too. In addition, use the Skin-eze tabs or capsules as directed above for long term, systemic relief of itchy skin caused by allergies. This will prevent a recurrence of the scratching that caused the surface damage to the skin.

How do I determine the proper dosage to give my dog? See Skin-eze Suggested Dosage

A. The dose is determined by the size of the pet and the severity of the itching. A small dog that is mildly itchy might start with two tabs or capsules, two times daily. The same size dog with severe itchy skin might need 3-4 tabs, two times daily. A large dog that is mildly itchy might start with 4 tabs, two times daily. The same dog with severe itchy skin might need 6 tabs, two times daily. Once you determine the starting dose, continue with it and see how it goes. If the itching is less, but has not been eliminated completely, then increase the dosage.

Can I overdose my dog on Skin-eze? See Skin-eze Suggested Dosage

A. No, since this is an all-natural, herbal combination, there are no harmful side effects. However, once the itching is completely under control, you’ll want to try to find the minimum dose necessary to control the symptoms (itching). Once the dog is comfortable and itch free for a week or two, you might want to gradually reduce the dose (in other words, if you were giving 3 tabs twice daily, go to 2 tabs twice daily to see if this dose will be adequate to control itching). If itching increases, you’ll know that you will need to go back up to the original dose. Of course, you can always call our Customer Service representative for help if necessary.

Can I stop giving my dog the drugs my vet prescribed for itching?

A. This is a decision that you and/or your veterinarian will have to make. We can offer you the following guidelines. Many of the drugs given for allergies (itchy skin) can have harmful side effects. Generally speaking, your pet would be better off without these drugs if at all possible. Just remember that steroids must be reduced gradually, so you might want to consult your veterinarian on how best to do this.

What is the difference between Skin-eze tabs and Skin-eze capsules?

A. Skin-eze tabs contain flavor additives, and the capsules do not. If you suspect a food allergy or your dog is diabetic, the capsules are the right choice for your dog.

What if my dog won’t eat the tabs or capsules?

A. Some dogs will eat the tabs as treats. If your dog is a picky eater, you will need to find creative ways to get him to eat the tabs. One trick that works well is to soften a thin piece of cheese in the microwave, then wrap the sticky cheese all around the tab or the capsule (most dogs will just wolf it down this way). Another option is to hide the tab or capsule in a small meatball of canned food (dog food or even canned cat food – most dogs LOVE canned cat food due to its high protein content). Of course, you can always try wrapping the tab or capsule in a thin slice of lunch meat, or even putting peanut butter on it. If your dog is REALLY finicky, try giving him two bites of lunch meat with nothing in it, then sneak in the tab or capsule on the third and subsequent bites (or between bread)! Also, the tabs can be crushed up and hidden in soft food. However, don’t open the capsules, as the raw herbs are very bitter due to lack of flavor additives in the capsules.

My dog has red hot spots. What should I use on that?

A. In addition to the Skin-eze tabs or capsules, use Skin-eze Spray to cool the skin and give topical relief to itchy skin.

Is Skin-eze guaranteed to work?

A. No. There is no product that will work on 100% of all cases (this is why huge drug companies do not guarantee their products). Skin-eze does work on a high percentage of cases, though, and our rate of reorders is excellent. We wish we could help every animal, and we hope that the product works well for your pet. Our Customer Service representatives are available by email or telephone to help you to get the best results possible from our products.

My dog has lost a lot of hair from biting himself. What can I do for this?

A. The Skin-eze Spray will help promote healing of the skin. In addition, our Vet Select Healthy Fresh food additive helps promote regrowth of damaged hair, in addition to many other health benefits. It contains enzymes and chelated minerals. Check the website for further info.

How long will it take before Skin-eze starts to work?

A. Some pets respond to Skin-eze almost immediately. Other times, it takes longer. It takes diligence on the part of the owner to be sure to give Skin-eze twice daily, and to stick with it! Often times, best results are achieved when Skin-eze is used in combination with some of our topicals (shampoo, O3 oil, and skin spray) especially if there is a lot of surface sores, red skin, ear problems, etc. In the more extreme cases, it might take as long as three to four weeks before you’ll see a big improvement; however, even in these cases you should see some improvement within the first two or three weeks, with things getting progressively better from there. Remember to try increasing the dosage as necessary for good results, and don’t be afraid of overdosing – Skin-eze is not a harmful drug that can cause unwanted side effects.

My dog got more itchy after starting on Skin-eze tabs. Is this possible?

A. In rare cases, the pet could have an allergic reaction to one of the flavor additives in the tabs. Switch to Skin-eze capsules if this happens, since the capsules have no flavor additives.

Will Skin-eze help my itchy cat?

A. Skin-eze works equally well on cats, and all of our topicals can be used on cats, also. The best way to get cats to eat Skin-eze is to crush the tabs and hide it in canned food or mix the crushed tab in tuna or any of his favorite foods.

You or your vet are welcome to call (843)881-5500 if you have questions. You can also reach us by e-mail at info@allergicpet.com

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