What can I give my dog for rhinitis when Benadryl doesn't work?

In general, antihistamines are not very effective in dogs for itching - so unfortunately, it doesn't surprise me that you aren't seeing much effect with Piriton. You could certainly talk to Lily's veterinarian about trying a different antihistamine such as hydroxizine or diphenhydramine, as some dogs may respond a bit better to a different drug.

Benadryl (diphenhydramine), Zirtek (cetirizine) and Chlor Trimeton (chlorpheneramine) are all available in the UK. Discuss other options, both OTC and prescription, with your veterinarian. Read labels carefully and avoid any antihistamine with paracetamol.

These symptoms do sound likely that Nino has allergies. If it has been going on for weeks and is getting worse, he likely has seasonal/environmental allergies. Unfortunately over the counter allergy meds such as Benadryl don't work all that well, and he really needs something more effective to control his symptoms, which would need to come from a vet. The pimples you are seeing probably indicate a secondary skin infection which will need antibiotics to clear up. So, he will need a vet visit to improve. In the meantime you can keep those areas clean and dry; I recommend bathing him with a mild oatmeal based shampoo and drying him thoroughly. You can also wipe down his feet and muzzle with a damp cloth when he comes in for the night to get as much pollen, grass, and other allergens off him before he goes to bed. Hope this helps.

Yes, you can use either one of those antihistamines. For loratidine you can give 10mg (1 tablet) for Cetirizine you can give 20mg (2 tablets). If after one dose she is not better you should have Bonnie examined by your vet.

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Frequent sneezing is usually related to upper airways infection, irritation or an allergy. If Jeter keeps sneezing frequently, and there has not been any improvement to Benadryl, it would be worth trying stronger anti-allergic medication (for example steroids) or / and a course of antibiotics. If this treatment does not make any difference, the next step would be checking the nasal cavity with a camera.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes. Benedryl can be safely used in conjunction with apoquel. But please give her vet a call to discuss her medications- they may want to increase her apoquel dose or switch to a different medication if it isn’t effective currently.

Hello. Benadryl will not help the runny nose in your puppy as she may have a mild upper respiratory infection. If she is eating & drinking well, playful & active, this will probably resolve on its own. The itchy skin might be from fleas, or mites. Make sure you are treating her with an age appropriate flea product & if she continues to itch, I would dip her once a week in a Lime Sulfur product that you can purchase on-line or at most Tractor Supply stores. This would be much better than Benadryl. If the nasal discharge turns thick or your puppy seems unwell, please see your veterinarian as soon as possible. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.