My pregnant dog has hives. What can I safely give her to help?

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I think she is still being exposed to something (outside or indoors) that is causing an allergic reaction or the original allergic reaction wasn't completed treated. I would assume just like pregnant women can become more sensitive, so can pregnant dogs. I would contact your Vet and ask if you can restart the Claritin and if you can do it longer. We can not prescribe medications legally on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach because we do not have a legal Veterinary Client Patient Relationship. I hope this helps and I wish Inca a speedy recovery!

Benadryl is safe in pregnant dogs, a common dosage is 1mg per pound of body weight. Nova would need around 65mg. I would do this once, but if the hives do not respond, then I would have her checked out by a vet.

No - unfortunately, antihistamines are not safe to be used during pregnancy. You can try bathing her in an aloe and oatmeal dog shampoo to see if this helps a bit, as this shouldn't harm her or the puppies. If this doesn't help, I would recommend taking her to the vet for an exam - he/she can discuss prescription medication options that can be used to help with itching or other skin problems while she is pregnant.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Short answer is yes. However, it is important to note that without treating the underlying allergy component, this will continue to occur. It really comes down to figuring out what is causing her allergies so that they can be treated or the specific allergen avoided. There are many things that can cause allergies though in most cases they can be broken down into 3 big categories: flea, food and environmental allergies. Allergies are usually worked up in a stepwise fashion starting with flea allergies as this is the easiest and cheapest to take care of. If not on a flea preventative, then it would be a good idea to get started on one. If already on one then it would be a good idea to change to something else (there are many new products out in the market). If not improved in 1-3 months then it is time to move on and check for food allergies by switching to a novel diet (new protein and new carbohydrate). If that does not seem to be the issue then you are left out having to check for environmental allergies which require blood and/or skin tests. Allergies can be very frustrating to deal with at first but so rewarding at the end when we are able to treat them effectively!

Pregnancy can affect the normal immunity levels and also the natural balance of the skin and demodex mange can be more common during pregnancy and nursing. I would recommend assessment by a dermatologist in order to investigate if this is present and to advise on the most appropriate management options both the relieve her discomfort and reduce the risk of the pups being severely affected at a young age. There are many medications which can be used with appropriate caution in pregnant and nursing mothers although many others must be avoided

No, I would not give this to Lol Bit. It contains diphenhydramine, which shouldn't be given to pregnant dogs. I've read the label of excel as well, and it doesn't say it's safe to give to pregnant dogs. I would speak to your vet about Lol Bit's current symptoms, and they can prescribe a safe medication for her if needed.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It depends on the active ingredient in the shampoo, but likely no. Pyrethrins are not safe in pregnant dogs. I would contact your Vet for Fipronil products or look online. I am assuming by "children" you mean the puppies and not human children. If you want to tell me the name of the shampoo and the chewable tablet I can look in to it's safety. I do not recommend vaccinating pregnant dogs. I hope this helps!