Hotspot in dogs - causes and treatment

Hotspot is another word for moist eczema. It looks damp, often like a fire-red spot that comes together with bad itching. A hot spot usually occurs at the ear or the back part of the back. It is common in the summer months in dogs with thick, densely haired fur such as: Newfoundlanders, Bernese  Sennenhonden,Golden  Retriever and Sint-Bernardshonden.

Causes of hotspot

It is often difficult to find out the cause of a hotspot.  This is because pretty much anything that irritates the skin could be the cause. Examples of the emergence of a  hotspot  are: flea bites, insect bites, an ear infection or gland inflammation. The piece of skin can become inflamed because the dog starts scratching and licking the spot. Due to the heat and moisture, the ignition expands further and further into a larger circle. A hotspot can also arise with a poorly cared-for coat that does not   have enough light.

Treatment of hotspot

It is important that you first remove the cause of the hotspot.  In addition, you should also carefully remove the coat that surrounds the hotspot  with scissors or clippers. Next, with a disinfectant shampoo, you need to wash the skin well. After that, try to ensure that the skin remains clean and dry. Finally, the skin of the dog should be smeared with a skin-care and itching product, for sale at an animal specialist store or at the veterinarian. When the wound is completely healed, you can stop lubricating the lotion. It is important that the dog absolutely does not start licking and scratching the place. It is recommended to put on a collar. Go to the vet if the spot continues to grow, the inflammation is intense or if your dog continues to lick. The vet will give you antibiotics.