How do I treat a bad flea allergy/reaction cheaply but effectively?

Alyssa S asked:My3 year female black lab mix hasa badflea allergy/reaction going on. Shehaslost mostofherhair around hertail andfurther up hersides. Myvet gave mefrontline plus touseandI haveseen a relief inhernotdigging andchewing atherself. [...]

Is there a topical spray or cream for dogs to ease skin irritation from seasonal allergies?

busyMOMandPT asked:My2 yr oldspringer spaniel hasseasonal allergies. Food allergy asbeenruled out. Hereceives monthly cortisone shots anddaily benedryl tocontrol buthecanstill getquite red andirritated onbelly andchest attimes;andalways aftera bath. Scratching andlicking causes hair loss. Is[...]