My dog has the same problem she is 6 yrs. old and I've been to the vet lots of time. Apparently, its allegies. (1) As a suggestion, use earthbath for shampooing, its totally natural pet shampoo and take that w. u when getting him/her groomed. (2) use Fish Oil in their meal. directions on back of bottle, and (3) I've changed the dog food to Nature's Recipe NO GRANE in diet. Also, one flea can be a great problem especially if they already have skin issues. Good Luck!
Feb 18, 2010 Rating
Thining...NEW by: Elizabeth
After re-thinking this situation, I wanted to add that a friend of mine had a white schnauzer that had terrible allergies and had to take meds for it. She also lost hair and scratched. Maybe find out if it is something more specific (allergy) to get treatment. Just a thought.
Feb 18, 2010 Rating
Hair Thining...NEW by: Elizabeth
Hi,
Just my own personal experience. "Skippy" did this, occasionally, but was'nt anything drastic. His thing was "hot spots" which he'd get in the warmer months, (there is an oil for this that you simply put on the spots). Schnauzers are prone to these spots our Vet said. The thining sounds like the food(?) I would at least check in w/t your Vet and maybe get the dog fully checked out. Maybe the dog simply is'nt getting the right (or enough) nutrients, as humans will do if they don't get the right amt. I wish you well.
Dec 07, 2009 Rating
Try all naturalNEW by: K.S.
Have 2 schnauzers, one 12 yrs. old & one 2 yrs. Tried Royal Canin & it has corn, gluten & by-products, not to mention artificial preservatives. Try "Wellness" which has no corn, wheat, gluten, preservatives or additives. They even have allergy formulas. It's all natural and no by-products.
Sep 13, 2009 Rating
Schnauzer foodNEW by: Kev P
Hi.
We feed our 18 week mini with Burns (recommended by our breeder). Have a look at their website.
There are many, many positive reviews from pet owners whose pets have the same issues as yours and have recovered after using the Burns food.
Worth a try. Best of luck.
Sep 05, 2009 Rating
schnauzer allergiesNEW by: Hollie K
I have 2 schnauzers and my oldest one is 4 and my youngest is 3. We fed them science diet for years and then switched over to royal canin schnauzer formula. Kensi my 4yr old developed the same problems- biting her feet, licking and scratching all over. Come to find out she was allergic to the royal canin food. Take your dog to the vet and get it allergy tested immediately. A common allergy is corn and that is in royal canin! Royal canin is a fine food but if your dog has allergies and you don't know it then it will continue to suffer if you keep feeding it that kind of food.
