Earthborn Holistics Meadow Feast and yeast?

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Lucy has started having yeast issues, no itchy paws or anything, but a full blown yeast bloom in her face wrinkles and under the tail. I'm thinking it was because of the hot, humid weather because it was in the high 90s here for a few weeks but I wanted to make sure it wasn't the food.

She's been eating the Meadowfeast Lamb and has being doing great on it. No itching, no stomach issues. Is there anything in it that might contribute to yeast overgrowth?

Lamb Meal, Peas, Tapioca, Canola Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols, a source of Vitamin E), Pea Protein, Pea Fiber, Flaxseed, Natural Flavors, Blueberry Fiber, Cranberry Fiber, Apples, Blueberries, Carrots, Spinach, Cranberries, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Beta-Carotene, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Cobalt Carbonate, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Yucca Schidgera Extract, Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product.

Thanks! <3
 

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Ideally there would be an easy answer to this but every bully is different so you never know if it's a food thing or a weather thing or an environmental thing that causes yeast issues.

In my experience, foods like Earthborn, which do not have potatoes and sweet potatoes are typically not the causes of yeast problems. That said, both of my bullies didn't do very well on it even though it had VERY similar ingredients to what I used before and now, which is Nature's Variety Instinct.

I would see how the yeast is now that the weather isn't as bad and make sure you are keeping the affected areas clean and dry. If it doesn't seem to be getting any better you might consider changing to a different food that has an alternative source of protein and/or starch.
 

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Oh here we go again, I switched Vegas to this food from Natures Variety Instinct Salmon, he did WONDERFUL for about 8 months, now I am dealing with his second yeast infection with his face in the last two months. It just feels like every time I switch foods he does great for months then not so great. I thought I found the answer with this food, but not looking like it now. I am thinking about switching back to NVI to see if I see an improvement. It is just never ending here trying to find the right food.
 

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Oh here we go again, I switched Vegas to this food from Natures Variety Instinct Salmon, he did WONDERFUL for about 8 months, now I am dealing with his second yeast infection with his face in the last two months. It just feels like every time I switch foods he does great for months then not so great. I thought I found the answer with this food, but not looking like it now. I am thinking about switching back to NVI to see if I see an improvement. It is just never ending here trying to find the right food.

I'm right with you, Kelly...I switched Cami from Fromm's Chicken a la Veg because we sleep
together and her farts were disgusting! Put her on TOTW Bison & Venison since she didn't
have allergies, I was told. Now, she's chewing her paws & looks yeasty in face *sigh*
Guess I'm putting her on Fromm's Pork & Peas (HAHAHA, I had to correct spelling, I typed
PORN & Peas
(:blink:)
 

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could just be the weather both those areas would be prime places for yeast as it likes warm wet places. keeping the area dry is essential. if you have some duoxo pads i would use those to clean the area and then perhaps some powder to keep it dry. if no duoxo you can use any anti fungal such as lotrimin or clotrimazole. lotrimin or desenex are powders made for yeast you could use after the cream. could be the food but ive come to think it has to do alot with your pets allergies to whats in the food. if your pet isnt allergic to anything in the food then no yeast if so then you get yeast. you could also give a probiotic to help boost the immune system and fight the yeast. keep your pet as cool as possible but not wet. if this does not clear up or gets worse in a few days i will recommend a different food if you wish.
 
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So, I did a week's worth of anti-fungal cream and the actual reddish brown stuff that used to come off when I wiped the area is now gone but inside the face wrinkles is still reddish brown, sort of a brick color. Is that staining? Or does that mean the yeast is still there?
 
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Sigh, the roller coaster continues. Now she has redness around her mouth and on her legs and paws and she's licking. I've heard that they can have an allergic reaction to the yeast on their body. Is that likely? Or should I just assume it's the food?
 

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[MENTION=4441]Deestar[/MENTION] are you giving her yogurt or better yet try Kefir. The probiotic might help with the yeast issues I posted a yogurt vs kefir thread in nutrition. Also you can add some ACV (organic with the mother on the label) to her water. What treats are you giving her? We get so focused on the kibbles we forget it could be treats that is causing the yeast. I also do a Vinegar rinse when I give Fergus a bath (leave on for 5 mins then dry off do not rinse off). We have had some great results on Fromm Pork and Peas
 
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I am giving her probiotic pills. Would I give her yogurt in addition to that? I saw the thread on Kefir and am going to see if my local grocery store has it. :)

I've been putting the ACV in her water and I wipe the folds out occasionally with a combo of ACV and water. I very rarely give her treats these days but when I do I just give her a piece or two of the kibble.

At this point I'm not seeing any more signs of the reddish brown stuff when I clean her with the wipes. Her issue now is the redness and itching.

I was considering the Fromm P&P but I'm nervous to order it since the EBH she's on now has peas high up on the ingredient list and I thought it might be the culprit.

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IMO live probiotics is better then pills. I dont think it would hurt if you also gave some Kefir. It sounds like you are doing everything and being a good bully mama :yes:. If there is no brown stuff and no smell (like fritos). The redness and itching can also be environmental you can try some benedryl to see if that will help. Also try the Vinegar rinse and you might want to try a medicated shampoo like http://www.amazon.com/Douxo-Chlorhexidine-Shampoo-16-9-oz/dp/B000O1HEJ0/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_4
 

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