Are hot spots common in dogs during winter, and what causes them?

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Can dogs get hot spots during the winter? Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | neutered | 7 months and 9 days old | 50 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for posting- yes dogs can get "hotspots" during the winter time. These hotspots are typically caused by an allergy- sometimes to something they came in contact with or something environmental (either indoor allergy or outdoor). They can be irritating and itchy and do often require treatment with a veterinarian.

Are hot spots common in dogs during winter, and what causes them?

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