Hotspots
What is a Hot Spot?
Often known as moist dermatitis, or superficial pyoderma, lose the scientific labels, it simply means inflamed & infected skin.
How do you tell if it is a Hotspot?
The dog’s skin appears moist, oozing, red and/or raw. Dog’s can often be itchy and hair loss can occur. Hotspots can quickly grow, from something small to cover body parts in the matter of hours.
How do Hotspots develop?
Many things can cause Hotspots to develop. Your dog’s natural bacteria can simply over populate his skin, causing infection to arise. Allergies to grass, fleas, mites, insect’s bites, trees, dust or specific foods. Skin abrasions and then an introduction to bacteria, such as after swimming or mud puddles. It is even been known for hotspots to develop when dogs are bored and/or stressed out.
Where do Hotspots typically develop?
Anywhere! From under ears, face, bum area, feet and tail. They can arise in hours with no warning.
Treatment
Contact your veterinarian to discuss the best protocol for you and your dog.
If needed, clip the area of long fur around the sore. Cleanse by using use cool water and a gentle cleanser. Cool Compress & Topical Treatment 2-3 times daily. Medications- often veterinarians prescribe oral or topical antibiotics. Prevent continued irritation - “E” (Elizabethan) Collar or sweaters to prevent the dog from continuous licking or biting. Additional home remedies; Colloidal Silver, Green Tea Bag Compress, or Natural Hot Spot creams are available through local independent Pet Stores.
Prevention
When coming home from outdoor adventures where they came in contact with ‘dirty’ water, give them a quick rinse off. Keeping dogs brushed out and matt free allows the skin to breath and the body to regulate its temperature properly.
Many types of Dermatological problems can be avoided by feeding a species appropriate diet. (Meat based) Even adding supplements to their diet to boost immune systems can go a long way in preventing many health issues.
This is for informational purposes only.
If your pet is showing signs of illness you must consult your veterinarian.
Often known as moist dermatitis, or superficial pyoderma, lose the scientific labels, it simply means inflamed & infected skin.
How do you tell if it is a Hotspot?
The dog’s skin appears moist, oozing, red and/or raw. Dog’s can often be itchy and hair loss can occur. Hotspots can quickly grow, from something small to cover body parts in the matter of hours.
How do Hotspots develop?
Many things can cause Hotspots to develop. Your dog’s natural bacteria can simply over populate his skin, causing infection to arise. Allergies to grass, fleas, mites, insect’s bites, trees, dust or specific foods. Skin abrasions and then an introduction to bacteria, such as after swimming or mud puddles. It is even been known for hotspots to develop when dogs are bored and/or stressed out.
Where do Hotspots typically develop?
Anywhere! From under ears, face, bum area, feet and tail. They can arise in hours with no warning.
Treatment
Contact your veterinarian to discuss the best protocol for you and your dog.
If needed, clip the area of long fur around the sore. Cleanse by using use cool water and a gentle cleanser. Cool Compress & Topical Treatment 2-3 times daily. Medications- often veterinarians prescribe oral or topical antibiotics. Prevent continued irritation - “E” (Elizabethan) Collar or sweaters to prevent the dog from continuous licking or biting. Additional home remedies; Colloidal Silver, Green Tea Bag Compress, or Natural Hot Spot creams are available through local independent Pet Stores.
Prevention
When coming home from outdoor adventures where they came in contact with ‘dirty’ water, give them a quick rinse off. Keeping dogs brushed out and matt free allows the skin to breath and the body to regulate its temperature properly.
Many types of Dermatological problems can be avoided by feeding a species appropriate diet. (Meat based) Even adding supplements to their diet to boost immune systems can go a long way in preventing many health issues.
This is for informational purposes only.
If your pet is showing signs of illness you must consult your veterinarian.
