BACTERIA/STAPH
Mild Topicals
Calendula Gel- good as an allpurpose soothing topical for nosefolds, minor irritation (Like underarm, belly)
More Serious- over the counter
Start by disinfecting ( especially paws) with the antimicrobial wash then follow up with ointment. If you want to use something milder to rinse more tender parts like nosefolds, then a great all purpose rinse is Sterile Saline Solution. For muzzles and the body area- you can use a medicated shampoo locally in that area.
Over the counter Antimicrobial/disinfectant washes:
Betadine
Nolvasan (stronger)
Over the counter Antibiotic ointments :
Polyporin
Neosporin
More Serious- Veterinary prescribed :
Antimicrobial (Antimicrobials are drugs that either kill or suppress microscopic organisms such as bacteria, viruses and parasites. )
Oxydex gel- good for chin acne
Antibiotic ointments that target staph
Mupirocin
Much Stronger- combination of antimicrobial/antifungal/anti inflammatory
Animax ( updated version of Panalog). These contain a steroid anti inflammatory - use sparingly to get a problem quickly under control
Topicals with anaesthetic type ingredients: There is emerging information that topical anesthetics containing local anesthetic ingredients like lidocaine can actually cause contact dermatitis with extended use.
YEAST
Mild Topicals
50 water and 50 vinegar (white vinegar not apple cider vinegar) rinse - good for paws- not so sure for around the eyes/face
Malacetic Wipes
COMBINATION TREATMENTS FOR YEAST + BACTERIA
These products have ingredients that combine antimicrobials (for bacteria) and antifungals (for yeast)
Malaseb Pledlets- manufacturing for this has been suspended
GlenHaven F3/W
Malaket Wipes
See also how to make Homemade Ointments
Mild Topicals
Calendula Gel- good as an allpurpose soothing topical for nosefolds, minor irritation (Like underarm, belly)
More Serious- over the counter
Start by disinfecting ( especially paws) with the antimicrobial wash then follow up with ointment. If you want to use something milder to rinse more tender parts like nosefolds, then a great all purpose rinse is Sterile Saline Solution. For muzzles and the body area- you can use a medicated shampoo locally in that area.
Over the counter Antimicrobial/disinfectant washes:
Betadine
Nolvasan (stronger)
Over the counter Antibiotic ointments :
Polyporin
Neosporin
More Serious- Veterinary prescribed :
Antimicrobial (Antimicrobials are drugs that either kill or suppress microscopic organisms such as bacteria, viruses and parasites. )
Oxydex gel- good for chin acne
Antibiotic ointments that target staph
Mupirocin
Much Stronger- combination of antimicrobial/antifungal/anti inflammatory
Animax ( updated version of Panalog). These contain a steroid anti inflammatory - use sparingly to get a problem quickly under control
Topicals with anaesthetic type ingredients: There is emerging information that topical anesthetics containing local anesthetic ingredients like lidocaine can actually cause contact dermatitis with extended use.
YEAST
Mild Topicals
50 water and 50 vinegar (white vinegar not apple cider vinegar) rinse - good for paws- not so sure for around the eyes/face
Malacetic Wipes
COMBINATION TREATMENTS FOR YEAST + BACTERIA
These products have ingredients that combine antimicrobials (for bacteria) and antifungals (for yeast)
Malaseb Pledlets- manufacturing for this has been suspended
GlenHaven F3/W
Malaket Wipes
See also how to make Homemade Ointments
