Proactiv Alternatives?
For a more natural way of aiding clear skin is Tea tree oil, applied directly on affected area, it has a great smell... be careful not to apply to broken skin and it might pay to test on your skin before you use it on a larger scale, also do not put near eyes...
Casualty of Pet Food?
Im so sorry for your loss, poor little thing. There are alot of people out there that have lost an animal (friend) and are feeling for you.