Does anyone else have a pet with a chronic yeast infection? I mean real bad that he/she stinks and is raw? The antibiotics just arent working anymore and I dont know what to do. I started giving plain yogurt and was thinking about a grain free, yeast free diet so that the existing yeast has nothing to munch on.

Any ideas? The vet bills are getting to be too much.

well, innova evo dry food (naturapet.com) is a grain free food that my cat loves (don't know if you're talking about a dog or cat tho).

Is that the high protein food?

Antibiotics would make a yeast infection WORSE, not better. I'd start giving straight up acidophilous capsules. Where is the infection?

Is that the high protein food?

i don't know if it is "the" high protein food, but it is high in protein, yes.
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Antibiotics would make a yeast infection WORSE, not better. I'd start giving straight up acidophilous capsules. Where is the infection?

She has it all over her body. I know what you mean about the meds making it worse as it also kills the good bacteria and breaks down immune system. What are acidophilous capsules?

Acidophilous are the "live and active cultures" in yogurt, except you can get it in convenient capsule form and sprinkle it on the food or give it in a treat.
Also, Fatty Acids are a really good supplement for skin problems. Derm Caps, or Pro Derma V powder or 3V caps are all good.
If you haven't done it yet, consider allergy testing, both skin allergies and food allergies. While you're correct that allergies can be the cause, its more effective to get concrete answers of things to avoid than randomly start eliminating stuff.

She is on Fatty Acids/Omega 3 tabs and I recently started giving her Plain yogurt with her new food which is yeast, wheat and soy free. The vet is putting off allergy testing for some reason. I think its because its costly and takes forever. I do know that if I have to do the food ingredient elimination project, it has to be consistant for 6 weeks...

She is on Fatty Acids/Omega 3 tabs and I recently started giving her Plain yogurt with her new food which is yeast, wheat and soy free. The vet is putting off allergy testing for some reason. I think its because its costly and takes forever. I do know that if I have to do the food ingredient elimination project, it has to be consistant for 6 weeks...

Costly? yes.
Takes forever? no.

Food allergy testing generally comes back within a week. Environmental allergies in about 2.

I think we used to charge about $300 for the lot of it. (Of course COST on it is like $50 maybe? Sick the markup. ANYWAY!) I think its worth it balance out over the cost of all the other stuff you're probably spending money on that isn't helping or isn't helping longterm.

Are you using a Malaseb or Chlorhexiderm type shampoo? Something that kills BOTH yeast AND bacteria could help.
Are you using a topical flea preventative? With some allergic dogs, all it takes is ONE flea bite to cause a complete break out. (Flea allergy dermatitis)

Another thought on the food front...

When you're treating for food allergies you're usually aiming for three things. 1. Natural/No preservatives, 2. Novel Carb source, 3. Novel protein source. PLENTY of dogs are allergic to chicken, beef, lamb.. the most common proteins in dog food. So if you're not aiming for all those things, your chances of success are reduced.

Costly? yes.
Takes forever? no.

Food allergy testing generally comes back within a week. Environmental allergies in about 2.

I think we used to charge about $300 for the lot of it. (Of course COST on it is like $50 maybe? Sick the markup. ANYWAY!) I think its worth it balance out over the cost of all the other stuff you're probably spending money on that isn't helping or isn't helping longterm.

Are you using a Malaseb or Chlorhexiderm type shampoo? Something that kills BOTH yeast AND bacteria could help.
Are you using a topical flea preventative? With some allergic dogs, all it takes is ONE flea bite to cause a complete break out. (Flea allergy dermatitis)

Using Malaseb shampoo 2X a week and switching between ResiChlor and another topical leave in treatment every other day.