http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/hot_spots.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/hot_spots.rss The Best Natural Remedies to Cure Hot Spots in Dogs. Sun, 12 Feb 12 23:17:57 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACVTTOS_73000 /Pets/hot_spots.rss1 Sat, 04 Feb 12 19:48:21 -0600 [YEA] Michele from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada writes: "My 3 year old Shitzu Maltese Mix just started getting really bad with hotspots and I have been using ACV diluted 50/50 with water and a tea tree based shampoo, (it's actually called HOT SPOT SHAMPOO) available at Pet Value in Canada and have already noticed a big difference in her scratching. That's the key to stop the scratching, thanks to all who contribute to this website, pills from the vet don't address the the problem on a long term basis plus giving my dog pills is like pulling teeth. Michele Hamilton ON Canada " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACV_72135 /Pets/hot_spots.rss2 Sun, 22 Jan 12 19:58:49 -0600 [YEA] 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. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=LAVENDER_68344 /Pets/hot_spots.rss3 Sat, 03 Dec 11 10:08:20 -0600 [YEA] Pat from Hadley, Massachusetts,usa writes: "On hot spots, burns, etc. I have mixed a couple of drops of lavender essential oil w/ a cup of water, sprayed it on, and in a few days it heals... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=COLLOIDAL_65288 /Pets/hot_spots.rss4 Sun, 16 Oct 11 14:09:39 -0500 [YEA] Beefree from Mendocino, Ca, Usa writes: "Hi... I would like to vote for Colloidal Oatmeal Treatment to be added as a category in the Hot Spots for Pets. My Lhasa Opsa had really bad hot spots from the shelter, from where he came. He was itching non stop. I tried Dr. Meds, benedryl, black tea, Apple Cider Vinegar... the only thing that worked was giving this puppy a Colloidal Oatmeal bath. I found a plastic bin and put it on my deck... I filled it with warm water... Added a packet of Colloidal Oatmeal... Stirred it around and then carefully placed my puppy in this treatment. I used a sponge to wash him down with it... And a cup to pour it over him.... I let him stay in solution for about 10 minutes... then we go for a 1 hour walk so he can dry off. The trick is to have all my walking gear ready... So when he is done I can just put his leash on... And go for a walk so he doesn't have to just sit there and be all wet and miserable. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACV_59911 /Pets/hot_spots.rss5 Sat, 23 Jul 11 00:27:49 -0500 [YEA] 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. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACVCO_59239 /Pets/hot_spots.rss6 Sat, 09 Jul 11 18:57:46 -0500 [YEA] Fan from Pasadena, Ca writes: "As soon as the weather warmed up, my dog developed a large red spot on his back around his tail area. It was very painful. I cut the hair away, washed the area with half water half Apple Cider Vinegar and oil of lavender. It DID NOT burn or sting him, in fact I could tell it felt good. In one day all redness was gone and two days later it was scabbed over and not bothering him at all. I put this on him 2x per day and it resolved the problem. I also started giving him a spoon of coconut oil everyday with his food. It helps keep his skin and hair moist. Whenever I forget to give him the coconut oil, his skin gets very dry and he starts itching like crazy. It really helps to prevent skin issues when given regularly. It should be cold pressed coconut oil. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=BLACKTEA_57792 /Pets/hot_spots.rss7 Tue, 14 Jun 11 22:19:17 -0500 Donnad from Carver, Massachusetts, Usa writes: "I too am mystified by the hot spots my maltese occassionally has and currently am trying the warm black tea bag... So far he is not scratching... I know he has allergies but cannot always afford the visit and the medication --of course vets won't just give it to you... $$$$ but if this doesn't work I will go for a ACV good home remedy for just about everything... Stay tuned... :) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=TTO_54766 /Pets/hot_spots.rss8 Tue, 12 Apr 11 17:46:15 -0500 [WARNING!] Angela from Birmingham, Al writes: "My 5 year old Shitzhu recently began itching and biting at her fur to the point some of it was coming out. After researching some possible remedies, I treated her hot spots and irritation with Tea Tree Oil. Luckily, my dog is also like my shadow and she always has my attention. Within 6 hours of treating her with Tea Tree Oil (applied with a Cotton ball) I noticed she was not herself, she was not as energetic, did not want to use her back legs, did not use the bathroom, etc. I immediately took her to the vet where I was informed that Tea Tree Oil is poisonous to dogs. Depending on the size/weight it can also be fatal. Thankfully, she is ok, but she received a round of fluids and charcoal pills to absorb the poison along with 6 baths to get the remaining oil off of her skin. Please see this as a warning. I would not want this to happen to anyone else and I am happy that she just received a small dose. TEA TREE OIL IS POISONOUS TO DOGS!!! Good luck and God Bless. Angela from Alabama " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=CONIFER_48573 /Pets/hot_spots.rss9 Thu, 11 Nov 10 22:11:19 -0600 Kerryann from Bogangar, Nsw writes: "My Lhasa Apso recently had a hot spot above her tail. I tried the Apple Cider Vinegar diluted, but it burned and made her sore. I started treating it with Conifer Green Needle Complex. One capsule squeezed into a bowl and mixed with about a desert spoon of mixed omega oils (Udo's). It is almost healed in two days of twice daily applications, after thoroughly cleansing the area with warm water and hibiclens. It was very badly infected and I know that the Conifer Complex kills all sorts of bacteria, including Staph strains. I knew it was right for her because she loves to lick it off my fingers, which is good because I needed her to take some of it internally as well." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACVHP_47609 /Pets/hot_spots.rss10 Tue, 19 Oct 10 12:57:02 -0500 Lzyshampoo from Waterloo, On writes: "I used hydrogen peroxide, you can buy this at the local pharmacy 3% hydrogen peroxide. Put in a spray bottle and spray the spots. After a week or 2 they're all gone. I also feed her yoghurt mixed in with ACV (with mothers and organic). I used Nizoral shampoo as well. It has been 1 week and she's doing great smells a little still but hopefully it'll all be gone soon. Way better then the VET... I hate them. All they know how to do is rip people off." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=TTO_43698 /Pets/hot_spots.rss11 Tue, 29 Jun 10 19:57:42 -0500 [YEA] Big Tuna from Park Ridge, Llinois, Usa writes: "My dog would get a hot spot(licking & biting on a spot) on her paws every summer. The Vet thought it was an allergy & gave us some ointment to apply. We also gave her Benadryl. Well after half a tube of ointment was applied over the course of a week we saw no results. She still had no fur & the skin was red & raw looking. We had been using Tea Tree Oil on ourselves for various cuts, scrapes & insect bites & I thought that it might help my dog. We could see that she was miserable & constantly at her paw. I applied 1 drop to her affected area & rubbed it in gently. At first she wanted to lick her paw, but I stopped her. It is not safe for humans to ingest the oil & I won't give my dog anything I can't eat myself. Well, in just a few minutes my dog fell asleep! Remarkable. When she woke up, she didn't even look at her paw. In a weeks time the skin was healed & I could see her fur starting to poke up through the skin. We continued to apply the oil once a day until the fur was again covering her paw. From then on when we would see her at her paw or some other spot we applied the oil & told the Vet to stuff the $35.00 tube of ointment. Big Tuna" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ALOEVERA_42671 /Pets/hot_spots.rss12 Sun, 30 May 10 09:37:20 -0500 [YEA] 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!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=BENADRYL_42020 /Pets/hot_spots.rss13 Mon, 10 May 10 14:36:10 -0500 [YEA] Denise from Savannah, Ga writes: "MY VET HAS SUGGESTED ALLERGY PILLS 3 TIMES A DAY FOR MY PUG. HE HAD HOT SPOTS ALL OVER HIS BODY LAST YEAR DUE TO ALLERGIES. THE PILLS WORK GREAT. WE USE BENADRYL WRAPPED IN A SMALL PIECE OF CHEESE 3 TIMES A DAY." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=AO_36866 /Pets/hot_spots.rss14 Fri, 01 Jan 10 12:02:35 -0600 [YEA] 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." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=SEAWATER_34472 /Pets/hot_spots.rss15 Wed, 04 Nov 09 12:00:31 -0600 [YEA] Trisha from Waterford, Ireland writes: "Hi All, I have British Bulldogs and one of them started geting what I found out to be hot spots... I was horrified...I brought her to the vet, she was diagnosed and given various medication...it seemed to be taking ages to clear, then I got some sea water and applied it 2ce daily, within a few days it cleared up......then out of the blue a few months later I noticed one behind her ear,about 3 inches long 2 inches wide...I went to the sea straight away and got a bottle of sea water, I applied it to the area 2ce daily and in three days it had completely dried up, and within a week you would barely see any sign of it..No vet visit required and No vet bills...Hope this is of help..The main thing is to catch it asap and treat it by dabbing the sea water to the area, no need for shaving,clipping etc..Sea water is Magic!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ASF_33714 /Pets/hot_spots.rss16 Mon, 19 Oct 09 22:17:41 -0500 [NAY] 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. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACV_33556 /Pets/hot_spots.rss17 Thu, 15 Oct 09 23:07:10 -0500 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" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=SS_33455 /Pets/hot_spots.rss18 Mon, 12 Oct 09 22:31:09 -0500 [YEA] Jamie from Campell, Ca writes: "Schreiner's Solution...best thing for Canine Hot Spots ever...sold in Feed Stores...about 20.00, and well worth it, wouldn't be without it. Have Golden Retrievers with occasional Hot Spots...saves a ton a money not going to the Vets. Exceptional product." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=GENTIANVIOLET_33449 /Pets/hot_spots.rss19 Mon, 12 Oct 09 22:16:59 -0500 [YEA] Marianne from Chepachet, Ri writes: "hi everyone!! i have seen many unfortunate dogs over the years; who for many different reasons, have suffered from severe itching, red bellies, and inside of ears, and horrible hot spots on legs, base of tail, and bottom of paws. what i find works best is; go to the pharmacy, and ask the pharmacist for gentian violet, they mix it up fresh, or have to order it, it has a very short shelf-life. it`s a viricide, fungicide, and a bacteriacide. i start out by giving the animal a warm bath, with any moiturizing anti-bacterial soap; rinsing well, and using a vineagar rinse. i rip up an old towel in squares, that can be thrown away after one use. apply the gentian violet with a damp towel square, making sure it has soaked in well to all of the wounds. it`s ok to lick, they used to put it in baby`s mouths for thrush, it`s bright dark blue, but you`ll learn to live with it. wash, rinse, and reapply to areas when the beight color has faded out, about once a day, and bathe as you feel you should, about once a week. using a grain-free food, keeping an anxious dog calm, and well-exercised and busy also helps. i have seen this work wonders, and no steroids, or invasive meds are involved. just passing along what i have seen help these poor dogs, it`s just awful to see them suffer so." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=DHS_32531 /Pets/hot_spots.rss20 Mon, 21 Sep 09 22:48:56 -0500 [QUESTION] Christi from Morris Chapel, Tennessee, Us writes: "My lab has a sore next to his eye, I guess what would be his cheek. I am trying to decide if this could be a hot spot. I dont have the money now to take him to the vet, but dont want this to go untreated for long. His sore showed up all of a sudden and he has scratched it til it looks awful. In the center, about dime size or so, it is really dark almost like tree bark but smooth. All around that is like a normal sore, oozing and bloody. Can someone please help me decide if this is a hot spot. If not, any suggestions on what it is? Thanks!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ALOEVERA_30232 /Pets/hot_spots.rss21 Thu, 30 Jul 09 04:49:39 -0500 [QUESTION] 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?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=LWC_30058 /Pets/hot_spots.rss22 Sun, 26 Jul 09 05:02:41 -0500 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Lucrec from Wantagh, New York writes: "I just came across this site so I haven't tried the ACV or any of the other natural remedies yet. Max, a 6 year old mini schnauzer is really suffering, so I will try this immediately. But what does seem to help, which is strange is a coat. I put a light weight jersey coat on him and for some reason he stops licking the hot spots. I know they cannot heal just because of the coat, but it does provide him relief and he doesn't have to wear a collar which has to be so frustrating to an itchy animal." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=VINEGAR_29972 /Pets/hot_spots.rss23 Fri, 24 Jul 09 10:29:42 -0500 [QUESTION] lisa from paulden, az writes: "I have a question can i use distilled white vinager?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=RN_29729 /Pets/hot_spots.rss24 Fri, 17 Jul 09 06:44:52 -0500 Rex from Armstrong, BC writes: "Hello- I just noticed my dog has a small open sore- it is slightly oozing a clear smelly substance. His temperature is normal, he is running around, eating, drinking and seems happy but the sore looks terrible. I cleaned it with water and put polysporan on it. What would you suggest to use to clean it out better. thank-you ann" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/hot_spots.html&name=ACV_29647 /Pets/hot_spots.rss25 Thu, 16 Jul 09 11:54:42 -0500 [YEA] 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!"