My dog is throwing up, acting sick, and has hot spots. Vet needed?

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The last few days my dog has been very off and hasn’t been himself . He’s been throwing up and hasn’t been his normal playful self. Today I noticed sores on his face which I’m very worried about when I looked online they seem to sound like hot spots. Just wondering if I should go to vets and if I should be worried? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria and commonly called hot spot). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection can eventually be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking/scratching. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My dog is throwing up, acting sick, and has hot spots. Vet needed?

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