rschultz Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Hi, My grey, we just adopted 2 months ago. We went to the neighbors house to play with their 4 month old dog. Well of course my grey just stand there while the puppy jumps all over her. Anyway, when I came home, I noticed on her almost bald butt there was a long red scratch. I washed it and put some neopsorin on it. Now it looks like it is bumpy. Could it be a scratch or could it be posion ivy? Can dogs get a posionous rash? I called my vet but they arent in today. (of course) ty for any helpfyl suggestions. It seems to be hurting her and of course that is the side she lay on. Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Hi! Any chance you have a picture you could post? Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rschultz Posted September 11, 2007 Author Share Posted September 11, 2007 Hi, My grey, we just adopted 2 months ago. We went to the neighbors house to play with their 4 month old dog. Well of course my grey just stand there while the puppy jumps all over her. Anyway, when I came home, I noticed on her almost bald butt there was a long red scratch. I washed it and put some neopsorin on it. Now it looks like it is bumpy. Could it be a scratch or could it be posion ivy? Can dogs get a posionous rash? I called my vet but they arent in today. (of course) ty for any helpfyl suggestions. It seems to be hurting her and of course that is the side she lay on. I wish I could post a pic but I tried before when we first got her so everyone could see what she looks like it just didn't work. I am not good at figuring how to do it withought easy instructions..sorry plus i am on dial up so everyhting is so slow. If someone could explain to me how to do it easily i could try again Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 (edited) Dogs don't get poison ivey. Wash the scratch with soap and water and you can put an antibiotic cream on it. How bad is it? Just a scratch? Edited September 11, 2007 by Burpdog Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIGreyLady Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Has she been scratching or licking at it? Poison Ivy doesn't start by a scratch - just a generalized rash. Until you see your vet I'd keep with the neosporin if she has an open cut and maybe an ice pask to relieve the rash alittle. SIGreyLady Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rschultz Posted September 11, 2007 Author Share Posted September 11, 2007 Dogs don't get poison ivey. Wash the scratch with soap and water and you can put an antibiotic cream on it. How bad is it? Just a scratch? I washed it and put neosporin on it. It looks all bumpy now. it is a long scrape very red and bumpy. long like the length of my elbow to my hand. ty Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Jeff put a good tutorial on how to post pictures in the technical questions about greytalk section....find it in the dropdown memu at the bottom of the page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 (edited) If you can email an image, I can post it for you. ahicks51 (at) cox.net Edited September 11, 2007 by ahicks51 Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Try to email picture. You can run plain water over it for a few minutes. It is sounding like a vet should look at it. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 The gorgeous dog in question: The speckled hindquarters of the lovely Lexie: Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 I wonder if she is having a reaction to the cream you used. Try washing with soap and water again and only run water on it for a day and see how it goes Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Yeah, that looks like contact dermatitis. I agree with Burpdog. Wash it off Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicocat Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Ditto. Wash it off and just watch it for now. Quote Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rschultz Posted September 12, 2007 Author Share Posted September 12, 2007 I am glad my gorgous girl can be seen by everyone...lol.. she is though quite embarassed that her rear end is being shown being so red and raw. I washed it off with a hose of cold water and put neosporin on it. The vet called back and said that was good to do and to call him in a few days if something changes. I hope it is just a scratch and not some kind of allergic reaction. I am parnoid about poison ivy. I got it last year and suffered for months. Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 (edited) Oh wow, she is pretty I hope she feels better soon! Oh, and in the future you might want to only see the puppy when it's on a leash. Many greyhounds, my older gal included, DO NOT like it when puppies jump on them. It's also a good opportunity for your friend to teach the puppy proper dog manners. Edited September 12, 2007 by gracegirl Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rschultz Posted September 12, 2007 Author Share Posted September 12, 2007 Hi, I put neosporin on it again last night. This morning it just looks like a scratch. The rash part seems better. ty for all your help. It i so nice to have this site to go to. Lexie says she feels less self consious today about her rear...lol Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Awww, sorry Lexie is embarrassed about having her lovely rear shown here, but she is a beauty! Glad to hear it's already looking better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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