home remedy for hot spot on dog ?

Answer 1

The absoulte first thing to do is speak with your vet--Due to the rapidity of spread and possibility of deeper skin infection, it is wise to start treatment with your vet. Also, hot spots can greatly irritate dogs and cause them a lot of pain. --Depending on the severity and size of the hot spot, your veterinarian may have prescribe oral antibiotics, topical drying sprays or medications, and/or special shampoos. Some of which may be costly, if the problem grows and doesn't get better, you will only hurt yourself in the long run and have to spend more money.

--Shave the area. The first treatment for hot spots is to dry them out and get air to the area. Hair loss is a feature of hot spots, but hair can also mat over the inflamed area, covering up a potentially much more severe and large problem.

--Clean the area with cool water
--Cool compress the area 2-4 times a day with a cool and wet washcloth or with a wash cloth with ice in it.


Additional home remedies that can be used until you can see your vet:
tea bag compresses (black or green tea) to help dry the area out. Tea can be used as a wash or as a compress.

Domeboro's (Burow's) solution (aluminum acetate) - available over-the-counter at pharmacies to help dry the skin out. Can be used as a compress or as a spray.

Hydrocortisone creams - Some people advocate using a thin film of an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream.
I would recommend talking to your vet first -- in general, creams and ointments only serve to "gunk up" the area and prevent proper drying if used incorrectly. Also, if the pet licks it, you want to make sure that it isn't toxic.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Two approaches are necessary for dealing with hot spots: treat the sore and remove the underlying cause to prevent recurrences.

* trim the hair around the sore to prevent further spread of the infection and expose the edges of the lesion;
* wash the area in a mild water-based astringent or antiseptic;
* be prepared to use antibiotics or cortisone if the washing does not give results.

Other opinions recommend against the use of ointments or creams because they can seal in the infection and hinder recovery. In severe cases, a veterinarian may suggest the use of an Elizabethan collar to prevent mutilation and give the spot a chance to heal.

Answer 4

Visit your local heath store. Purchase some neem oil, stinks to high heaven but does wonders! After trimming the fur, apply the oil 3-4x a day. Not only will the taste keep the dog from chewing at the spot, but it soothes the irritated skin and helps with healing. If you cannot find Neem oil, tea tree oil is useful as well! Good luck!!

Answer 5

my dog had hot spots.... and still does.... we used this special type of shampoo and this cream.... we actually used desitin(or how ever u spell it) but it worked!.... but all i cna say is ask ur vet.... they can probably tell u the best advice!
i'm not much help but...Good Luck!

Answer 6

i used to spray a non-stick cooking spray on the hot spot then i stopped giving her human food and she was fine.