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by Plan42day on 01 September 2015 - 12:09

We bought a GSD from them before the puppy was born. Had her obedience trained and brought her home. She is a sweet, beautiful dog. The problem began at 6 mos old. She (Ranger) has severe allergies. We have been to multiple vets, gone thru 6 mos of allergy shots, prescription dog food and she is no better. We are taking her this week to a Dermatologist in another State. This dog is miserable, scratches herself to the point of bleeding. We have to wrap her up, put socks on her feet and she still scratches and bites herself all night.

We have spent hundreds of dollars each month on her. We called the breeder numerous times in the beginning. They were no help, acted like they had no idea what was going on, and stopped returning the calls. They were no help anyway. When I read their website all I see are all these testimonials of people with these wonderful, happy dogs. That cannot be possible that ALL their owners are that satisfied.

Ranger is scared of any motorized equipment, the vacuum cleaner, everything. She does bark out the window at people or dogs but I am very doubtful she would protect us if we needed her to. This dog is so miserable it is pitiful. She is now on Xanax for dogs which helps a little. We are just trying to get her to a dermatologist in hopes of a miracle.

If you have a dog from that kennel and have had any of these problems and especially if you have found a solution please post the information.


by hntrjmpr434 on 01 September 2015 - 13:09

Sorry to hear you are having issues. I know of another customer that is not happy with their purchase.
Perhaps try a yeast cleanse, look up the Great Dane Lady's website. I would try a different, higher end food. I haven't seen a lot of good prescription diets.
From the sounds of it she is thin nerved, which is a combo of genetics and exposure as a pup.
I hope you are able to get control of her allergies so she can be a happier dog!

by Blitzen on 01 September 2015 - 15:09

I feel for you. I had a GSD with inhalation allergies and food intolerances. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy, it never ends. Has your dog taken cyclosporine/atopica? I assume she has been skin tested? Good luck with the next vet, it takes a specialist to understand and treat canine allergies correctly. Dog with allergies and many dogs that have produced allegies should be withheld from breeding.

Her temperament issues could be related to her being constantly tormented by itching 24/7.

BTW if  you're near Cornell or Baltimore I can give you 2 excellent references if you need.


Jenni78

by Jenni78 on 02 September 2015 - 01:09

If the pup was that young, it's unlikely true allergies- treat for candida as hntrjmpr suggested with the Great Dane Lady's site. Most allergies in dogs are environmental, but food exacerbates it. Few are true food allergies, and at the age it started, I would bet yeast is playing a role. I bet the pup was on antibiotics, treated for coccidia or giardia (which in and of themselves can cause yeast issues relating to leaky gut and absorption issues- you'll see how these tie together when you research it), and all that with weak genetics, vaccination, teething, and an onslaught of chemical warfare was enough to upset the apple cart enough to get you where you are today. Spend some time reading...genetics play a role but MANY times "allergies" are misdiagnosed and dogs suffer needlessly for years because the actual cause is not addressed.http://www.greatdanelady.com/articles/systemic_yeast_mini_course.htm


by Plan42day on 02 September 2015 - 11:09

I am so glad I finally posted something about this. All of you have been very helpful. I did read the Great Dane Lady's website. We are going to give that a try.

I do have a couple of questions though for the person that said she was probably "thin nerved which was a combination of antibiotics and exposure as a pup." Would you explain what that means please? She was on antibiotics off and on from 6-12 months as well as monthly steroid shots. Since Jan she has been on Apoquel, prescription food and taken allergy shots from Feb-August. Just like the website says she is allergic to Texas grass and we live in Alabama on the coast. Also other things that we do not grow or that do not grow here. We have never sprayed our yard with anything.




by joanro on 02 September 2015 - 13:09

Plan4, I would stop taking her to vets for allergy issues. They have done nothing to help your dog, but are draining your pocket. Remember, they make their living off sick dogs, not healthy dogs. The drugs they have put your dog on are nuts. Stop feeding vet recommended food...they earn money selling it. Does your dog have fleas? Alabama is flea haven, so that is reasonable to figure fleas are a prob. If she does not have fleas, what chemicals does the vet have her on to prevent flea infestation? What brand of dog food was she on when she started itching? What about fire ants? Alabama is full of them, too. Could be chiggers causing the problem, being as you are in the far south. Have your vets prescribed any soothing bathing products, like oatmeal shampoo. That would be very conservative for vets who seem to rely on so many drugs. I would get your dog's system cleared of the drugs they have her on, including any 'shotgun' internal /external parasite control drugs. Heartworm prevention drugs dont need to include poison for all parasites your dog may encounter.
As for her issues with motorized vehicles, without an expert being able to actually see her reaction in person, an evalution of your dog's temperament and genetics is impossible over the internet....at best any evaluation is a guess. As for her protecting you, if she barks to make you aware of strangers, that is all she needs to do. It is up to you to take action against an intruder after your dog has made you aware. How can anyone expect a dog to protect them from a violent person? The dog will get a bullet if the intruder wants them to stop barking.that's all a dog can do to stop someone, make noise and cause the intruder to go to a home without a barking dog. So praise her lavishly when she alerts you to strangers....that's her job.


by hntrjmpr434 on 02 September 2015 - 13:09

I said thin nerved due to genetics, not antibiotics ;-)

by Blitzen on 02 September 2015 - 14:09

My GSD scratched 24/7 from the time I got him at 9 weeks old. If alternative treatments don't work, they did not work for my dog, then one should either try to find a competent dermatologist who can find the appropriate treatment  or the dog should be put down so it doesn't have to live in constant torment. If I had to live that way, I'd too would not have the best temperament - who the hell would? It is sheer torture. I'd worry about getting the scratching under control and then have the dog accessed for temperament.

Atopy is not "just a skin problem". It's a signalment of an OVERACTIVE immune system that often leads to lifethreatening conditions.


by CelticGlory on 02 September 2015 - 14:09

How often have you bathed her and with what type of soap? What is the main protein of the diet she is on right now?

by Blitzen on 02 September 2015 - 14:09

Has this dog been skin tested and has she received customed blended vaccines to desensitize her? You can't take the grasses out of the environment, but many dogs respond very well to the shots. It can take up to a year to get all the benefits and some dogs never totally stop scratching, but many improve significantly. There are also a number of new medications that might help. But you need to see a veterinary dermatolgist, GP's are not the answer. Food is rarely the answer either, only about 15% of dog atopy is the result of food intolerances and if they are you need to make a homemade diet, not feed a commercial brand. I feel for you, believe me. Been there done that, it is not a fun disease to deal with..






 


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