The best thing you can do for your dog is sit him in a bathtub with warm water, Epsom Salts , apple cider vinegar and just pour the water over him. You can also get "Advantage Multi" which is just like regular Advantage topical treatment however the "Multi" treats for parasites, mites etc. My dog also has the same exact symptoms as I do. It makes you crazy sad.....heartbreaking. There is a book you should read "Morgellons - The Legitimization of a Disease" By Dr. Ginger Savely.