My dog has a hotspot. What gentle antiseptic soap should I use?

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My dog has a hotspot, and I was wondering if anyone could recommend an antiseptic/antibacterial soap that I could use to keep it clean. Something that wont irritate her. Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 1 year old | 61 lbs

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Poor Brooklyn Riley! If you have not yet done so, try to use clippers to clip the hair over and around the hot spot to allow for better air flow to the area. You can keep the hot spot clean with a diluted chlorhexidine solution or betadine solution, taking care to rinse and dry the area thoroughly afterwards. If you cannot find either of these antiseptic solutions, this shampoo is a good alternative: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27981 . If she is licking or scratching at the area, be sure to keep an e-collar (cone) in place until the hot spot has resolved. Some dogs with hot spots also require oral antibiotics and anti-itch medications, so if this issue persists or worsens, Brooklyn Riley may need to make a trip to her vet. I hope this helps and that all goes well!

My dog has a hotspot. What gentle antiseptic soap should I use?

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