I was wondering about the best formula for this individual. Siegy ("Ziggy") is a 6 yr old F/S mix (lab, rottie??) with progressive noise phobia of ~1.5yr duration and recent onset of moderate separation anxiety. She has had lick lesions (some progressing to granulomas) on the limbs in various locations for the past 2 yrs. Each lesion subsequently heals completely once she starts licking at a different location.
Tongue: reddish purple, impression of being dry
Pulse: superficial, rapid, thin for her size
Coat is course, but no dander or alopeica.
Diet - 25% grain-free, high protein dry kibble, 25% veggies, 50% raw. She has had this diet for the past 1-2 years.
Stool - normal, no soft stool (no other damp signs at this time)
Personality: Siegy is generally a relaxed, happy individual except for the noise phobia. Acepromazine, fluoxetine, rescue remedy, homeopathy have not helped. Thunder, fireworks, trucks passing the house, sometimes even lawn mowers can set off an episode of anxiety.
Prior hx - three to four years ago, she had recurrent otitis, occassional dermatitis, diagnosed as food allergy. Ultimately resolved with switch to current diet. No otitis or dermatitis in past ~2 years.
My assessment is blood deficiency, likely from previous spleen deficiency. Could the red tongue and rapid pulse (heat signs)result from "friction" from not enough blood? I'm assuming the onset of separation anxiety indicates the blood deficiency is getting worse. But why? Diet seems better than what most dogs eat. Other thoughts on dx and pathophysiology?
Which blood tonic to start with?
THANK YOU!!