HOT SPOTS - Page 1

Had my first dealing with a "hot spot" on a dog. A 3"x4" raw wound that wouldnt heal or seem to get better. The dog would keep licking it, interrupting any granulaion process. It looks very painful & raw. When I first noticed it, I thought it was a burn from something. FYI for those of you who have not dealt with this before, a "hot spot" is an infection on the skin that can actually get deeper, into the blood supply, joints, etc.. if not treated. Usually, they are created form a minor irriation like a flea or tick bite, thorn prick, scrape, etc. and the dog usually licks the same spot continuously, causing the hair to fall out. I can only imagine the pain & suffering that these nasty sores cause. The only remedy, cleansing the area, anti-biotics and in most cases, an Elizabethen, or "E" collar, to prevent the dog from licking, chewing at it. If you see one of your dogs licking at the same spot often, check under the fur to see if there is a sore immediately.

Cortizone cream may help if the dog doesn't lick it off. A hot spot sometimes is a sign of food alergy also. They are difficult to get cleared up. Good luck to you and your dog with it.

Hot spots are caused by many things, not simply the commonly incorrectly self-diagnosed food allergy which tends to be the easy way out.

In this case it was vet diagnosed and a change in diet did clear it up. One of our neighbors service dog. There are many causes, and sometimes, not always, sometimes it is food related.

try putting gold bond med. powder on the spot.

Its best to keep the sore clean & open to help granulate quicker. Thanks for the input though!!! This just reminded me to physically check my dogs thoroughly at least once a week. Obviously, when the season is correct, for ticks, etc. ALso for scratches, cuts, debris. etc... Check teeth, ears, paws, eyes and tail. Everything people. Everything.

They also need to be dry....my favorite best remedy ever... it is called HydroPlus by Phoenix Pharmaceuticals.. best stuff ever, I still canonly get it fromt he vet I used to work for in CT.... I buy it a box at a time.... Has some cortisone and a touch of alcohol and burroughs solution which helps to dry the area.. I always have it with me and a time anyone uses it they are amazed by the next day.. check it out!!

been battling this, vet classed it as polyderma on a 10 year old. Mentioned thyroid issues as well as the dogs anti immune system. Lanacane spray and Icy hot creme worked pretty well. Hydrox didnt, keflex and prednisone cleared most of it up, still some spots. Neo-Predef powder was used also little results noted.

Two of our bitches get hot spots after heat. I just shave the area around the spot, and use Sun Feathers Hot Spot works like a charm. Goes away quickly.

Hi All, For this type of skin irritation Bob Grass Skin Cure is brilliant, it looks and smells a bit like a kalin poultice but most importantly it not only works but works very quickly. If licking continues after the first application, follow up with a 2nd within 3hrs (though normally licking stops soon after 1st application). Give 2nd application before bed time, then 3rd following morning. Skin Redness (soreness) has usually gone within 3days by which time no more applications are required. Fur then appears to cover the skin within 10days, with full regrowth possible in 3wks providing the dog was not in a full cast at the time. You can view this product on the following website www.bobgrass.co.uk unfortunately you cannot order/pay for it online, though you can print off an order form, or send your details via email and post a cheque to the address and the goods arrive return of post. Over the years I have used this product many times for a variety of problems which include, biting/licking and losing large area of fur after Bee Sting. Juvenile skin rash, a cut on side and irritation through a Food allergy. All to a successful outcome without a visit to the vet. Highly recommended. All the Best Sue B