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Does anyone know of a home remedy for hot spots? Our poor Jenny had them all over her back and is losing her hair. We went to the vet, and got her prednisone, some pain pills and it only worked temporarily. We do have her on an allergy pill, but she has bald spots all over. Thanks in advance.
 
#4 ·
I like listerine. Some people like apple cider vinegar...but mine like the taste of it. As always look for an underlying issue..
 
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Organic ACV

Search for "Apple Cider Vinegar" (aka "ACV") here on the Forum. EXCELLENT for any/all itches & hotspots. Read what other people have said about it.

And, please read in full this link ("Apple Cider Vinegar" is usually called "ACV")

Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs

Very Important: If you decide to get it, ONLY get the ORGANIC "Apple Cider Vinegar". This organic ACV contains the nutrient-rich sediment, which is called "the Mother". One of the more popular brands is
Braggs sold at the Health Food store, e.g., Whole Foods, or the health food section of your local supermarket. Both Whole Foods & Trader Joes have their own brand of organic ACV, as well.

Here's one of this forum's links with info about how to treat hot spots and allergies, etc.:

(Itchy scratchy)http://www.goldenretrieverforum.com/...-scratchy.html (Itchy scratchy)
 
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Cadie, just noticed you're in Westerville, OH! I'm in between Dublin & Worthington. Have you been to the new Godown Dogpark in Worthington yet? If not, let me know & we and our pups could meet!
 
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I agree with the thyroid panel and also that for occasional hot spots the ACV works great, but it does sound like there may be an underlying condition and if the thyroid panel comes back fine I would look into an allergy of some sort.
 
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