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My indoor dog has bad hot spots since he was a puppy. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 145 lbs

My dog has no fleas but very bad hot spots he's an inside dog we baby him like he's a child .. hes had these since he was a puppy what can I do for him

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 6th, 2018

Hot spots can occur secondary to food or environmental allergies or can also be related to co tact hypersensitivity (such as contact with a shampoo). I would recommend having a veterinarian examine Blue - most of the time oral medications are needed to help the hot spot resolve. You can also discuss the possibility of allergies.

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