How to get Apoquel for my dog in the US as a foreign tourist?

Hello, and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Poor Kylo, that skin looks pretty uncomfortable! Unfortunately in order to prescribe medication we are legally required to have examined the animal to establish a “vet-client-patient relationship” so we cannot call in prescriptions with online consults. You will need to touch base with your regular vet to get Kylo’s medication.

Unfortunately we cannot provide any prescription through this website as legally we would need to physically assess your Oliver to be able to prescribe any medication. Unfortunately the only way to have an OTC flea treatment is to buy one at the local pet shop if a local vet is not available.

I am sorry to hear about M.J. ! You will want to discuss with your vet what options they might recommend for MJ as they know her case and health history/current medications. If she has severe itching problems they may prescribe a steroid such as prednisone or a drug called Temaril-P which is a combination of an antihistamine and steroid. They may feel that an antihistamine such as cetirizine (zyrtec) or hydroxyzine or diphenhydramine will be enough to control the itch until the Apoquel gets back in stock.

It sounds like you may need a prescription strength medicine to help your dog become more comfortable. Your vet will need to examine your dog to ensure they are otherwise healthy (and to start a valid client/ patient/ vet relationship to legally dispense medicine) and then will decide which medicine would work best. There are newer products such as Apoquel and Cytopoint which may be appropriate. Your vet may also suggest an eye ointment to apply. You are welcome to request a consultation with one of the Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach veterinarians to prepare for your vet visit.

Unfortunately it's illegal for me to recommend a dose for Marty without seeing him in person. You may want to try the lower dose first to see how it goes, and his vet can increase if needed. Best of luck.

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! While apoquel is a great drug to stop scratching and to help atopic dermatitis it doesn't do anything in the face of a skin infection. Coco should be checked to see if she now has a yeast and or bacterial skin infection. There is also the option of doing an injection for scratching called cytopoint, which lasts 30-60 days (dog dependent). I would also consider adding Omega 3 fish oils and changing her diet to a non-chicken based novel protein diet (try venison, lamb, fish). Claritin, benadryl and zyrtec can be sued in dogs, see links below: https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/ https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/zyrtec/ https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/claritin/ https://www.vrshealth.com/canine-products/omegadog/ https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=15235

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! They will likely be able to refill it for you as long as they agree with that treatment plan to continue. Your best bet would be to contact them directly and check with your veterinarian. I am sure they will be more than happy to assist you and also to know that it is working well for Pablo. Have a good night!