My dog has a hot spot. What are safe pet store treatment options?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Hi there. My dog has what I think is a hot spot. Is this what it is. If so what are the treatment options. Are hot spot products sold at the pet store safe to use?
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Published on December 12th, 2019
Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Based on the picture, it does appear that this could be a hot spot. I typically recommend using products that soothe and treat infection. What I would recommend would be Well & Good Hydrocortisone spray (at Petco) and Miconahex + Triz spray and apply both of these twice daily until resolved. If there is no improvement within 7 days, I would recommend taking your dog in to be seen by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps!
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Related Answers from Veterinarians
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Published on July 14th, 2017
Clean the area daily with an antibacterial soap and warm water. Dry thoroughly afterwards. You can use a dab of triple antibiotic ointment. You should also use an e-collar (cone) or small tee shirt to prevent licking, chewing or scratching.
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Published on September 29th, 2019
Yes it looks like a hot spot. You can try this hot spot spray medication. If that does not help after about 5 days then he should go back to the vet. Good idea with the E-collar. Definitely continue using that. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-plus-hot-spot-antimicrobial-gel-for-dogs )
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Published on August 26th, 2021
It looks like your dog has acute moist dermatitis with an infection. I think your dog needs prescription medications to treat the problem, including an oral antibiotic. I don't think topical or natural treatments are going to be enough so please call a vet and schedule an exam. You could call around to a few different vets and get an estimate to treat a skin infection/hot spot.
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