2006-06-15 14:50:44 · 10 answers · asked by guoco1 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
A hot spot is caused by a inflammation on the skin and then the dog licks/chews/scratches the area and causes the skin to get wet and makes it worse. Take it to the vet before it gets worse (Maggots in the fur- yes flies do lay egges on hot spots) Your veterinarian and prescribe the proper medications ( antibiotics and steroids ) Sometimes it is caused by an allergy to the bite of a flea. Get you dog on monthly flea preventative purchased from your veterinarian also.
2006-06-15 14:56:54 · answer #1 · answered by vladicat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nizorol Shampoo. Mix one part Nizorol to 3 parts water.
Let sit for 5 to 10 mins. Use once every other day for one week, then repeat once every week until spots heal.
I have used this many times and it works very well. But as with every kind of treatment out there, be careful of eyes and mouth. DOn't let them lick themselves with the shampoo on them.
2006-06-15 16:04:21 · answer #2 · answered by Pawsitive K9 Consulting 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fosters Smith Vet Catalog and online has some excellent products. I use a bitter apple product they sell to keep my Eskie from going after her paw. But, they also sell a variety of natural products to relieve the irritation as well. If you decide to try to treat it at home, collodial oatmeal baths will help with the itch, but don't solve the problem.
2006-06-15 14:54:26 · answer #3 · answered by eskie lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of food does your dog eat? have you changed it's diet lately? Sometimes they are allergic to their food. Hot spots happened to one of my dogs, but not the other. Changed the food, hot spots cleared up quickly.
2006-06-15 15:00:31 · answer #4 · answered by annieorphant 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I rubbed the spots with Bag Balm (can be bought at just about any store) then added a couple tablespoons of vegatable oil to her food. It worked.
2006-06-15 15:01:02 · answer #5 · answered by kris d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the hot spot is inflamed your pet may need antibiotic's. Please
take to a vet.
2006-06-15 16:28:07 · answer #6 · answered by calliekat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good haircut, some distracting activities, maybe an elizabethan collar to control the licking, maybe an allergy shot.
2006-06-15 14:55:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baking soda or oatmeal baths about once a week usually soothe irritated skin. You can find oatmeal baths at the pet store or pet section of your favorite mass-merchandiser.
2006-06-15 14:54:25 · answer #8 · answered by PuterPrsn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
add a tablespoon of corn oil to his food each day
2006-06-15 14:57:06 · answer #9 · answered by clrguard1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
brewers yeat and garlic tablets they can be purchased at any pet store make sure they are natural
2006-06-15 14:54:26 · answer #10 · answered by jim i 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋