My corgi, Tesni, just turned one and due to severe atopic dermatitis we started her on Atopica for her itching, scratching and licking. We are still unsure if the medication is working. It's been a week and I don't seem to see an improvement. But my main concern right now is her paws. She is actually licking the black off and they are turning pink. I wrapped one paw tonight with neosporin because she licked it raw. I think she has created a horrible lick and itch cycle that won't break, so I plan on wrapping one foot at a time until the pads heal.
My question is will the black return on her paw pads? And if so, how long will it take?
I think our next plan of action is to test her. From reading past discussions, it seems like the corgi breed is predisposed to an itchy scratch problem. Looking at some of the stomachs and back legs of other corgi's, I don't feel so alone. I, too, have bathed her in oatmeal baths, use topical conditioners, spray the yard for fleas, put topical frontline, give benadryl, brush constantly, use no grain food, give vitamin suppliments and fish oils, and all to no avail. I only wish I could find a solution.