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| ANTISEPTIC POWDER, SEA SALT AND WATER SOLUTION | ||||
| APPLE CIDER VINEGAR | ||||
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Hot Spot Remedies
Hot spots are those nasty and extremely painful sores that develop on a dog's skin and could be the result of many things, such as a little bug bite, a small sore or a scratch on the skin that begins to itch and bother the animal. As the issue becomes increasingly irritating, the dog will begin to lick, chew and scratch at the area, causing bacteria to grow and before you know it, your puppy has a hot spot. The key with hot spots is to act fast!!! Did you know that a hot spot can go from being barely visible, to several inches in size in just thirty minutes? Did you also know that when the problem goes untreated the spot can increase to twenty times its size in just a day? Like I said, you need to Act Fast!
Here's how you can treat those hot spots at home, easily and effectively.
First of all you need to clear away some of the fur in the area of the hot spot. Use some K-Y Jelly and apply it to the spot. Hold a couple of fingers against the spot so that you can carefully cut away the fur above your finger line and go beyond the outer edges of the sore approximately one inch. Use warm water to rinse the area well and you'll find that by using the jelly, the fur has stuck to it and washes out easily. Afterwards use electric clippers to shave off only the fur that surrounds the sore.
Now you need to cleanse the sore well. Use a Water Based Cleanser or antiseptic Betadine if you have it. Be sure that all the cleanser is rinsed away as it could cause further irritation if any were to remain.
Treat the hot spots by using Black Tea Bags, (but don't use herbal ones). Black tea contains tannic acids, which will help to dry out and heal the sores quickly. Soak the tea bag in hot water and once removed let it cool. Apply the tea bag directly onto the hotspots for about five minutes. Repeat this treatment three to six times every day until the spot is dry and healed.
You can also use some Witch Hazel on the spots, as it will provide a cooling and soothing sensation.
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ACV AND OMEGA 3
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[YEA] 12/03/2007: Uli from Albany, Indiana writes: "Hi everybody, thank you for this wonderful website. I tryed the ACV and Omega 3 on my German Shepard Heidi. She had a very bad Hotspot and is also allergic to Fleas. Been using it for three days now and the Hotspot is dry and hair is already growing back. The allergy seems to slowly go away also. I still have to give her a bath. I will try the babybath, I'm afraid the dawn dishsoap will dry her out some more. She is still scratching but not as often as she did. Hope in a few days it will all be over. If anybody has any more ideas I could try, please let me know. Thanks again U"
Replies04/27/2009: Anna from St.Helena Bay, South Africa replies: "Hi, I have a question about the ACV & Omega3 please....how do I use it? what quantities and how ...together ...mixed??? Anna"
11/21/2009: Kevin from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA replies: "Hi, I was wondering about the ACV and omega-3 treatment. Do you have to make the dog drink it, or use it in a spray bottle, or what? My German-Shepherd Maggie has been itching eversince she became spayed. We've tried everything from non-allergen food to giving her baths almost every bi-weekly."
07/10/2010: Jayne from Mugla, Turkey replies: "What a good website very informative. I was very weary about treating hot spots. I live in Turkey and I have 3 street dogs but only 1 as this condition. I thought it might be stress due to him being bullied by 1 of my older dogs. What do you think? I will try the acv treatment, hope it works."
07/11/2011: Y from Cincinnati, Oh replies: "what is Apple Cider Vinegar and omega 3 treatment for my dog hot spot, where do I get it?"
08/18/2011: Shelby from Upland, Ca replies: "I love the products from Vitality science dot com and have seen an improvement. They too suggests tea bags for immediate treatment and they have a noni lotion that can go on the site after the tea bags. Its ok for the dog to ingest it as well. I have worked super hard at keeping two of my dogs skin problems at bay. I use Serra pro (enzyme) to decrease inflammation as well as flax oil and or krill oil from Vitality Science. I put it in the dogs food. I have tried shark liver oil on spots that break out with great success. I dont clip the dogs hair at all. I just apply the oil. A guy from a natural dog food company told me about that one. It works well for one of my dogs. I do home cooking, probiotics and I really think it is partly hereditary. The one JRT that is not related has no problems and neither do his relatives. :) My girls are bad breeding. They are fixed. :) whewwww"
09/06/2011: Leslie from Ny replies: "I have a burmese mtn dog and she has hot spots but they smell real bad. I don't see anyone else mentioning that. Do your animals spots give off a bad odor also?"
09/19/2011: Karen from Deltona, Fl replies: "Hi,
I too have a German Shepard that gets hotspots and itchy skin. I would love to know more about the ACV and omega-3 treatment. Do we apply it externally or should my dog ingest it? Thank you all for contributing your info. I am going to put what we have done incase it helps someone else
I purchased Neem "protect" spray and the shampoo made by Ark Naturals ( got this at my local health food and medicine store "Debbies") Anyway the spray is AMAZING, the shampoo is good because it is gental and recommeded to use every so often because it works to cleanse the dogs hair and skin of anything that could cause skin issues. I have used the spray and not washed with the shampoo, using reg dog gentle shampoo and the results are still good. Except not this last time, she ended up getting hotspots and now she has a major one that just today has gotten as big as a tennis ball. Which brought me to this site.I didn't know what to do when I came home and saw that where ever Sahara was laying she left a tiny bit of blood from right where the hotspot would have hit the floor. So I felt I had to act quick, I first rinsed the sore area with water using a water sports bottle, then I took some perioxide and lightly squirted it on the area while comforting Sahara and not letting her lick it, patted with paper towel and repeated process 2 more times. Then I cut her hair on and around the area back and applied 100% aloe vera from the bottle. After about 20 minutes I then applied a bandaid (one we would use on our knee) And this all seems to have really relieved her and now she can't keep biting at the spot because the bandaid stops her. When I remove the banaid I plan to do so buy cutting it out of her hair, I wouldn't want to pull her hair out and and hurt her.
Thanks again:)"
10/01/2011: Sierrahennessy from Fairfax, Va replies: "Hot spots with stink sounds like you may have yeast. A vet can confirm with a simple skin scraping. If yes, you've got a long road ahead of you. If no, look for allergies, or times of year the problem worsens or improves."
10/02/2011: Diamond from Salisbury, Usa replies: "I wouldn't take my pet to another vet especially as minor as suspected hot spots(?)And Yes hot spots do smell. I have yet to see, know or hear of any pet coming out with less than what they went in for. I use a safe remedy for hot spots. Disolve 2 adult asperins in 2-4 tbls. rubbing alcohol-soak any type tea bag- mix all ingredients together, apply to the spot(s) as often as you can.It takes time but better then a million dollar issue vets. may have created for you & the pet.
Try her on a rich but fat free diet.
http://www.rawlearning.com/worming.html
here is some great info. good luck & god bless."
10/14/2011: Dryogabear from Northport, Ny Usa replies: "Cancelled vet appointment, brewed black tea, using aloe vera juice, and already he seems to have stopped chewing his butt off. Thank you for all your tips and advice."
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ALOE VERA
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[YEA] 05/29/2010: Gina from Houston, Texas writes: "Hello. I have a akita-chow mix.She had horrible hot spots from fleas. We got fleas in control. Since I am a plant lover, I have lots of aloe vera, and I thought since that stuff is great for human skin,why not animals .So I tore off a leaf, cut it open with a knife, and rubbed the gel from the aloe on her hot spots. I did this every day. By the third day, I noticed she wasnt licking them any more and there was peach fuzz growing in where there wasnt any fur! I only needed to do it for a week. All gone!"
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[QUESTION] 07/30/2009: Rox Rub from Sylmar, CA writes: "My dog has a couple of hot spots and I was told to use Aloe Vera Gel directly from the plant which is very healing and helps to dry out the hot spots fast. Is this good to use?"
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ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENT
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[YEA] 01/01/2010: Jo from Fredericksburg, Va writes: "We have a Siberian Husky that frequently gets hot spots, not always able to afford vet. We have found that antibotic ointment (we use the generic brands) applied liberly several time a day (only because she licks it off) works really well. She normally gets a black spot in her fur when it grows back but with using this she does not even get that."
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ANTIBIOTICS, SHAVED FUR
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[NAY] 10/19/2009: Pam from Sioux Falls, Sd writes: "Hotspot Absurd: I'll tell you what DOESN'T work! I've kept my 5-yr Papillon in bed, WITH ME! for 7 weeks. I have been able to talk her out of biting/scratching every time she does it, but, guess what? The minute "we" got out of bed, she'd start again and I became distraught, medicating her with human's stuff (couldn't get to vet.
NOW, if I don't let her sit on me all the time she just starts biting and I crumble. I got her to the groomer and she shaved her to the pink body skin but knew nothing to do either. (previously the vet knew nothing except antibiotics!!)
Needless to say, she's traumatized by the shaving and every time I go near the medicine she starts to vibrate like many chihuahuas do and she looks like a Mexican hairless so what a misery I've allowed to develop due to ignorance of options and of this site. Thank you thank you."
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ANTISEPTIC POWDER, SEA SALT AND WATER SOLUTION
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[YEA] 03/07/2007: Tara from UK writes: "My Black Lab developed 2 hotspots on her belly after we got her spayed. I used a dry antiseptic powder (over the counter brand) which I applied approximately 3 times a day. After a few days of this I then dabbed sea salt and water solution on with cotton wool before I applied the powder. I used the sea salt solution approximately 3 times a day and the powder approximately 3 times a day. After 2 weeks she was completely free of hot spots. It is obviously highly important to the healing process to stop the dog licking the area as much as possible. Best regards"
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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[YEA] 01/22/2012: Lia from Eugene, Oregon, Usa writes: "Our 6 year old boston terrier developed a few hot spots from some flea bites that got really inflamed. His hair began to fall out, and we realized there was smelly pus beneath the hair. This was our first experience with hot spots on him, so I was searching frantically for a remedy that wouldn't require a trip to the emergency vet (it was Saturday evening). I am so happy I stumbled upon this forum!
After reading feedback, I decided to use ACV on the spots. I mixed equal parts ACV and water in a spray bottle, saturated all the hotspots with the mixture and wiped away excess with gauze. Unfortunately, he will eat anything with flavor, and found the ACV delicious. I ended up having to wrap the hot spots that were withing licking reach with strips of an old tshirt to keep him from irritating them more. I applied the ACV 3x/day, and by day 2 they had completely stopped oozing and were scabbed over. By day 5, all the redness was gone, and light pink, soft skin had returned! The spots are still mostly bald, but his hair is growing back in slowly. The treatment didn't bother him at all. I'm glad we were able to use a remedy that wasn't toxic. Amazing stuff!
***If hotspots are caused by flea bites, it's important to make sure that your pet doesn't get more irritating bites. I called the vet to see if it would be okay to apply a dose of Frontline while he had hotspots near the application area. She said it was, an it would be the only way to stop the cycle. We live in an area where fleas are VERY hard to control, so I am doubtful that a less potent option would be effective."
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[YEA] 07/22/2011: Cherie from Birmingham, Alabama writes: "I read the suggestions for apple cider vinegar and water to cure hot spots on dogs. I mixed water and Apple Cider Vinegar in a spray bottle and applied liberally 3 times a day and within 3 days the hot spot was scabbing. I should mention that this pup had 3 earlier spots that he went to the vet for and aside from the cost had a prescription for anti-biotics and a shot. So glad there is an easier and safer remedy."
Replies09/06/2011: Rickie from Axton, Va, Usa replies: "DOES THIS WORK IF SO HOW MUCH WATER AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR?"
09/14/2011: Ivis from Ny, Westchester replies: "I'm applying cider vinegar on my golden retriever dogs for hot spots. I hope it's worth it for she is suffering with that itch. Please give another tip for this. She is going to the vet and money money & nothing- please help..."
[YEA] 10/22/2011: Laura from Cape Coral, Fl, United States replies: "My dog started out with a mild eye redness and discharge, so I tried the ACV on the back of her neck and paws. Within a day, she was almost back to normal, and day 2 no more problem. I did this with half and half mixture of Apple Cider Vinegar and water on the paws and between shoulder blades twice daily. It seems tho that the discharge had caused a big chunk of matter in the fur below the eye. Before I could properly wash her face, she had pawed it off and caused a dime sized hot spot. She wouldn't let me near her face, but after a few days and patience, I soaked a round cotton pad in acv/water in held it to the eye as long as I could and the next day she was healing. Its been 2 days and still healing. I did this only twice, am and pm for one day. Hot spots on the face are challenging, and I didn't want to have to use a cone. I am a huge believer in ACV... Thanks to EC.."
12/07/2011: Cristina from Cf, Mt replies: "Thank you for your posts. I will mix up the Apple Cider Vinegar and water right away. I also have an aloe plant. You have saved me going to the vet :) Chester Beagle will be very grateful!"
01/07/2012: Judy from Augusta, Ga/usa replies: "I too have tried several vets in 2 cities now. I keep getting steroids of different types, that only buff my Shih Tzu up; but do not relieve the itching all over his body. He too has pink skin and when feeling the hot spots it is actually warmer to the touch then other parts of his body. I was at my wits end before reading about the Apple Cider Vinegar and Water mix. I will get some and begin using right away! Thanks for the tip. I'll let you know how it works."
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10/15/2009: Maria from Massapequa Park, Ny writes: "Hello, My name is Maria. I recently adopted a yorkie terrier from North Shore Animal League. I was told by the vet there that he has a hot spot & he needs to take the medication COSEQUIN every day for the rest of his life. I,ve been breaking the capsule & putting in his dog food every day as the vet told me to do. Now today it seems to have inflammed. I went online to look @ some home remedies & I notice that Apple cider vinegar seems to do the trick. I read how you can put it in a spray bottle. Should I dilute the vinegar w/ water & if so how much? Thank you, Maria"
Replies[YEA] 07/22/2010: Betsypear1 from Toluca, Il, Usa replies: "A few months ago, after reading these successes with ACV, we used some ACV in water in a spray bottle on our dog's hot spot on the side of his face. I'm sorry that I don't know the exact proportions but it was one of the suggestions here. My husband only used it 2 or 3 times because the spray bottle broke. . . But the hot spot healed up very, very nicely and we didn't have to pay the $200 to get him sedated and shaved at the vets, as was being threatened! Very nice. :)"
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[YEA] 07/16/2009: Diane from Uniontown, PA writes: "Three nights ago I noticed a severely inflamed quarter-sized oozing patch on my cat's neck. Within an hour, that thing had tripled in size! Of course I came to Earth Clinic right away, where I read about the symptoms of hotspots and the ACV treatment. I used about a tablespoon of ACV diluted with another tablespoon of water, on the first day, three times a day. Now I'm doing it twice a day, morning and evening. It is no longer swollen, oozing, or bleeding, just very crusty where it is drying up. After reading about some of the treatments people have had for hot spots from vets, I didn't want to go that route. (Are you aware that steroids can cause diabetes in felines?) The only con is that as another person said, she does smell like a salad! hehe! Thanks again, Earth Clinic!"
Replies08/14/2011: Marybeth from Painter, Va, Usa replies: "to "did you know steroids can cause diabetes in felines?"just thought you all might want to know that those "safe" and "effective" steroids (medrol dose pack, prednisone, etc) can also cause diabetes in humans!"
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06/09/2009: Wendy from Great Cacapon, WV writes: "i have a black lab with hot spots and i tryed a over the counter hotspot med.It was the menthol that was surpost to keep him from licking. he likes the menthol and it made him lick harder. i will not use a cone on him cuz thats just wrong. i use frontline plus and give him baths every two weeks with flea shampoo. i going to try the acv on him today .ill let you know ty wendy"
Replies[WARNING!] 02/26/2011: Tina from Thunder Bay, Ontario replies: "Just noticed that u wrote u were going to administer flea bath-does your dog have fleas?? I would highly reccomend not using a flea shampoo on a dog with skin problems-as this shampoo is very harsh- use a baby shampoo or a medicated tar and sulphur. Pls use flea and tick shampoo very carefully and not at all if you only think your lil guy has fleas.... From a friendly dog breeder, lover, groomer, owner, trainer-35 years"
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[YEA] 05/26/2009: Donna from Harrisburg, PA writes: "Hi, I tried your ACV treatment on my golden Jack who suffered from hotspots for many years. After trying all kinds of drugs from the vet and trying to care for them myself I found your website. The ACV remedy worked on Jack just after three days of applying 1/4 Acv and 1/4 water. I would mix a new batch for every cleaning. Cleaned his wounds with antibactrial soap rinsed well then dried the areas and dabbed the mixture every few hours for the first few days. It is day five now his sores are dry he seems much more comfortable. And now only applying twice a day. And also I'm amazed at all the other topics you cover. Thanks So Much, Sincerely, Donna from Harrisburg, Pa"
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05/09/2009: Tim1313 from Sarasota, Florida writes: "My rottweiler mix samson recently had a terrible hot spot on his neck. He was tearing himself to pieces and it was terrible watching because I felt so helpless. I tried so many things, nothing worked very well. A friend told me about apple cider vinegar. i thought it sounded like a wives' tale, but figured I can't lose by trying. I applied a diluted mixture of ACV and water and he has completely healed inside of a week. The benefits are truly incredible. I have been mixing a teaspoon in his food everyday, and he has started speaking English. Just yesterday he recited his ABC's flawlessly. Thanks apple cider vinegar!"
EC: Ha ha, very funny!
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[YEA] 04/09/2009: Tracey from Mechanicsburg, PA writes: "My Aussie mix had a hot spot on his back paw that he had licked open for three monts. I tried steroids, antibiotics, homeopathic bandages supposed to deter licking, and even gave him allegy medicine everyday to stop the activity. All to no avail. I then saw the Apple Cider Vinegar post last Saturday and began applying a diluted amount ot his paw three times a day. I also have a "cone" on him so he doesn't mess with the paw until its completely healed. It is now four days later and I can not believe how quickly the wound has almost completely healed! No more open readness and the fur is even coming back. I am very thankful for everyone's feedback regarding the powerful effects of ACV on hot spots!"
Replies[YEA] 04/26/2009: Helene from Stony Point, Rockland County replies: "Thank you for reminding me of acv. I have been using it in our pets h2o for years it helps control fleas plus gives them a shiny coat. Just a teasp.in a bowl of h2o.Today I found a hot spot on our german shep.under his rt.armpit about 3in.by 3in. I I used 1 tablespoon epsom salts and 1 tablespoon acv in 16 oz, h2o. After 3 treatments 2 hours apart the hot spot no longer is oozing and the angry redness is much less. Nero, our G.S.appears much more comfortable. Thank you Thank you, Helene"
11/01/2009: Jean from Park Ridge, Il replies: "WHAT is ACV?"
EC: ACV is an acronym for Apple Cider Vinegar.
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[QUESTION] 03/24/2009: Barbara from Brandon, Mississippi writes: "Is the Apple Cider Vinegar the kind you buy off the shelf at any grocery store or do you have to buy the kind at a health store?
My Chihuahua is broke out with "Hot Spots" but I kinda think it might be "Shingles" I'm going thru a case of Shingles on my head & face. I have heard from people that had shingles & had small dogs in the house that have broke out with Shingles. I was told that dogs can not get it but I really think Rudy has shingles.
Can ACV help Shingles on me & Rudy?"
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[YEA] 11/24/2008: Ken from Gettysburg, PA writes: "After much research on the subject, I was AMAZED at the results i got after using ACV to treat my Goldens' hot spot. A problem 3 times in his 6 years, this last time it would just not clear up. Three trips to my highly respected vet over 2 months, 2 different anti-biotics, cremes, even steriods, still left this one annoying spot about the size of a half-dollar on his face which just wouldn't heal, constantly oozed, and looked like he had ebola or something. I came across this site which recommended the ACV and I have to admit I was skeptical at first but was reluctant to give my best friend another round of medicines that appeared to do nothing to solve this problem while the doctor himself appeared to be stymied suggesting allergy testing, change of food, even suggesting that it was the Goldens' lot in life to suffer this affliction.
WELL, after 2 days of ACV application, the hot spot crusted over, but I had seen this before over the prior 2 months only to have it start bleeding & oozing within 2 days. But this time it stopped bleeding/ozzing and a few days later the spot started to heal & decrease. Now 3 weeks into the treatment , the spot is just a bit smaller than the size of a dime. Sadly though, i wonder if it will ever totally disappear as the hair in this small area has not grown back. I'm now using ACV to clean his ears and i even put a small cap full in his food. After reading of ACVs other benefits, I have started to take some myself. Thanks to all who took the time to research and report back on this treatment."
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[WARNING!] 11/10/2008: Kelly from Brockville, Ontario, Canada writes: "People, People, Please try and remember that if the dog or cat in question has open, bleeding sores from chewing...IT WILL STING LIKE HECK if you spray ACV on your animal. This has been proven by my poor chow cross...
Also...does anyone know what is the best way to sooth freshly bitten ,bloody hind quarters...it seems as soon as she has healed and all the hair has grown back...take off the cone for a second and forget about her....BAm....chewed to heck again...bleeding...poor thing. I was thinking a poltice?
Thanks.. "
RepliesEC: The best thing we know of (after 8 years of trying everything under the sun) for hot spots on a dog that licks his wounds obsessively is not a home remedy, but an ointment from the vet called Animax. It starts the healing process immediately and soothes the wound. We apply the ointment to the hot spot and then take the dog for a long walk. The few times that we used the ointment this past year, Max immediately stopped licking the wound, and it healed remarkably quickly. However, turmeric powder (1/8 teaspoon 2x a day) was very helpful in healing a burst benign cyst on Max's paw recently. Took about 2 days to see change, then another 2 weeks for full healing.
05/02/2011: Linda from Georgetown, De replies: "Did you actually put the turmeric on the cyst or did you give it to Max internally?"
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10/01/2008: Janice from Balto, MD, USA writes: "please help: i just found your site. my dog is suffering with hot spots been using cortizone cream and spray . it helps but have to use alot. used acv today with some water added. could give me the right ratio of water and vinager? buster is acting less itchy. also how many times can you use this or other methods in one week if necessary. thank you janice"
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[YEA] 07/20/2008: John from Ten Mile, Tn writes: "ACV for Hot Spots: Our 50 Lb cinnamon retriever/lab mix was itchy & licking herself to death this summer - losing hair in spots and just plain miserable. Already took care of flea concern. This afternoon washed down with ACV and instant relief. Outside dog who swims, but washed down again in 4 hours and yep - just stopped. Will apply regularly as needed - so easy and quick and cheap! Thank you!!"
Replies07/25/2008: Karin from Henderson, NV replies: "Just wondering if I should dilute the apple cider vineger for hot spots...and what the ratio is. Thanks, Karin"
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[YEA] 05/15/2008: Art from Newhall, California writes: "Hot Spots in Dogs: my 2 year old wirehaired fox terrier mix, had a hot spot on his right front paw and was going to take him to the vet but i was told to try this site and had to say was very,very sceptical about about what i read (i have been in the medical field for 13 years as a emt) but read about ACV , and wow did it work in under three days!! i bought a organic brand at T----- J---. this stuff really works!!"
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06/26/2007: Syanne from Ripon, California writes: "I just wanted to thank all of the people giving feedback on what has worked and not worked for healing hot spots on their dogs. I have just started the apple cider vinegar treatment today, so we will see how it goes. Thanks again the all of the helpful information."
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[YEA] 06/25/2007: Christy from Waxahachie, Tx writes: "I have a 12 year old dog named Shelby.She has suffered with hot spots and has lost quite a bit of her hair .I also have a 4 yr old named Madyson. The fleas at my house were taking over. Since trying the Apple Cider Vinegar, our lives have become better. No more fleas on my dogs or in my house. Shelby's hair has started to grow back. It has been fabulous!!! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful information. I have passed it on with hopes that many pets will live happy lives"
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[YEA] 08/26/2006: Holly from Nova Scotia writes: "My Golden Retriever, Lewey,developed what the vet called a "Hot Spot"..it just seemed to appear out of nowhere. A few days earlier a canine aquainted to Lewey for some reason grabbed him on his left ear where this oozing, inflammed area is. I still question if this could have caused this? I read up on these hot spots and as little as a bug bite can bring it on, so how come a dog nip wouldn't? I had brought Lewey to the vet due to what it looked like. He checked him out and said he'd have to give him a cotizone shot, to relieve the itching, also prescribed an Fuciderm Gel with cotizone in it for a week. I was quite uncomfortable with the cortizone but I accepted it anyway. Well needless to say it did clear up some, but he still has a bit left. A couple of days I caught him itching it, so I immediately put an elizabeth collar on him to prevent him from getting at it. So as you can imagine it did not help it when he scratched it! Then I decided to take matters into my own hands. I have been treating Lewey with a hibitane antiseptic wash, then following that I proceed with the Apple Cider Vinegar. How many times a day should I use the vinegar? I do see some improvement, but my question is how long does it take to heal? Time will tell."
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[YEA] 06/28/2006: Patti from Marietta, GA writes: "My girlfirend Dee told me she was putting AVC on her dog's hot spots. After 1 day the spots turned white and after a week the hair was growing back from where the dog scratched it out. Had she gone to the vet it would have taken 3 + weeks for the spot to turn white and even longer for hair to grow back (not to mention a lot of money) She & I have Rottweilers and go though the hot spot phase every summer with our dogs. When she told me this, I checked the web and found your site. I forwarded the information to her to read and we now are firm believers in ACV's cures."
Replies12/02/2008: Mike from Houston, TX replies: "Ask Dee if the spots turning white. Was that a dry healthy white or wet all most infected looking white?"
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[YEA] 06/01/2006: Erika from Little Rock, Arkansas writes: "I have a chocolate lab that gets nasty hot spots on her butt about twice a year. On previous occasions I have taken her to the vet and they've given her corticosteroid injections that didn't work very well. Three days ago another hot spot began and I tried the ACV. Wonderful results!!! I've soaked the area twice a day and for three days the area is dried up and hair is already growing back. She does smell like a salad but it's definitely better than the alternative. Thanks for the tip!!"
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