"I'm looking for a natural, if possible, solution to a chronic yeast infection that my large dog has?

He didn't respond to the vet's ketoconazole which I've since found out has quite dodgy side affects."

I have the same problem, off and on, with my girls. I found the solution from an experienced breeder.

Give him an acidophilus capsule every day. I would start off with 2 capsules a day for a week or two. Acidophilus is a naturally occurring bacteria in the body which balances yeast, which also naturally is present. If there is an imbalance ( a lack of bacteria) the yeast grows out of control.

Acidophilus is an ingredient of yoghurt, so many people give their dogs yoghurt as a daily treat. But when it really gets out of balance, you need the capsules. Acidophilus aids digestion and boosts the immune system.

Antibiotics kill off the good bacteria, as well as the bad. So if your dog is on antibiotics, give a capsule every day to replenish the bacteria.

Edit - You can get acidophilus at a drug store or health food store. It will be labelled "lactobacillus acidophilus".

Where is the yeast infection? I feed my Rottweiler 1/4 cup of plain yogurt a day to prevent ear infections caused by yeast.

Another natural remedy is Goldenseal and Echinacia.
Did you change his food? Give him some thing organic and all natural.There are plenty of dog foods that are organic and natural in the grocery and pet stores.Add about 1 to 2 tablespoons full of plain yogurt in his food 2 x a day.
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I have heard that probiotics can help with these infections. You can buy them in the refrigerator at the health food store. You just give it every day with their food.
Be careful with yogurt as it can upset some dogs stomach - last thing you need it to add to the problem! Probiotics work - you can try yakult seems to have less of an effect on stomach than yog
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