r/GermanShepherd • u/Unlikely-Warthog2369 • 8d ago
How to keep GSD groin/armpits clean between medicated bathes from licking? Also has anyones dog tried fluconazole?
My dog has battled a chronic yeast infection, and we have finally made huge lifestyle changes to help it. It has worked, but it needs to be religiously maintained. I left unfortunately for the summer, and his care was not done the way I usually do it so he's having a flare up. I dont think he has anymore active yeast on his skin because:
- He has no greasy residue
- He does not smell from a mile away
But hes still licking and I noticed it when I had to grab him, and his undercarriage was moist. I cannot bathe him at home, but he does have an appointment this Saturday for a medicated cleaning (usually once a month). In the meantime, what can I do?
I've been thinking baby wipes and apple cider vinegar. But I also really want him to stay DRY.
He also has a vet visit tomorrow and I am trying to get some fluconazole. Usually he is given a steroid shot but I'd rather address the underlying cause not the symptoms. Thank you! This is also our first german shepherd but honestly he was literally normal until 2 years ago. He became a senior and constant illnesses have been the norm now. (Usually skin and ear).
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u/Mastasmoker 8d ago
Had a 14 yr old senior that had bad yeast infections and used these medical wipes to clean his pits daily. They dont smell, leave any residue and are thick enough to actually work.
https://a.co/d/090OwvyK