The most important step in treatment of hot spots is to immediately stop your dog from further licking and chewing of the spot. A skin relief spray will help stop the itching and pain. Moderate to severe hot spots, as well as reoccurring hot spots require veterinary attention. Fungus Fungal diseases of the skin produce stubborn areas of hair loss that tend to spread. There are many different types of fungus which may affect your dog.
Treatment can be long and tedious and many cases require veterinary assistance.
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