There are a number of causes that can make your pet suffer from dog hot spots, also know as moist dermatitis. The hot spots are painful and cause great discomfort to pet. They are moist sores which occur when your pet scratches after being bitten by fleas. Allergies can also make your pet feel itchy and lead to hot spots on dogs. The hot spots spread very fast all over the pet’s skin. If you do not seek treatment, within a short time the sores get big and become inflamed. This makes them very painful and can make your pet very dull.
Dog hot spots are common in hairy pets. This is caused by the thick fur which makes a good place for the bacteria to breed. The dog hot spots increase very fast if they are not treated within a short time. You should check out for any of the following symptoms. This will help you avoid advanced stages of hot spots on dogs, which are very painful for your pet.
• If you notice that your dog is licking and scratching a specific area, you should check it. This will help you know if it is a hot spot. You can also give medication to your pet before the condition develops into hot spots.
• If the hot spots increase fast, you can be sure that your pet is suffering from the same.
• Hot spots will make your pet lose fur around the itchy area.
• The hot spots have a foul smell and usually look bloody. This is a clear indication that your pet is suffering from moist dermatitis.
• Your dog will not like to be touched because of the pain. It becomes moody and will snarl at the slightest provocation. It remains in one place and becomes inactive. Hot spots are extremely painful.
Dog hot spots are caused by various things. Here are some of the causes that you can avoid:
Bites from fleas: You find that fleas attack pets and this causes hot spots when your pet scratches. The flea has toxic saliva which makes the pet feel itchy.
Ear shape: Some researches indicate that pets with floppy ears are prone to hot spots. This becomes worse, especially if the pet is hairy. If your pet has this kind of ears, you should be wary because it is more likely to suffer from hot spots on dogs and skin problems
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Poor grooming: If you do not wash your pet regularly, it is likely to get the dog hot spots. Accumulation of dirt on your pet’s skin will cause irritation. This leads to biting and scratching, and makes your pet develop hot spots on dogs.
Allergies: This is another common cause of hot spots on pets. They are mainly caused by food and environmental pollutants. You can use an elimination diet to help know the foods causing an allergic reaction in your pet. You also should stop using strong chemicals in your home. This includes pesticides and strong household cleaners. You can ask your vet to carry out some tests to help identify the problem of dog hot spots.
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As the cooler weather approaches dog become more prone to hot spots so be sure to be on the look out for more scratching. Zinc pca is a really great medication for hot spots on dogs!
Hi this is really a good piece on hotpsots. One question, what is the difference between hot spots and canine eczema? thanks!