Stop Hot Spots!

Blue Powder Ear Wash http://www.k911.biz/Petsafety/EarInfection.htm
(yes, the very same mixture used for infected ears) is also effective for treating Hot Spots. Why? Because hot spots are usually caused by a fungus where your dog has been constantly licking or where the fur has been wet but never thoroughly dried. Spray on feet and elsewhere on the dog. Take care to never spray around the eyes, mouth and genitals. This mixture is not an all natural product like our "Cool-It" for hot spots but will do the job.

Below are the ingredients you will need to make your own. Follow the amounts carefully and do not add more than what is required.

Hot Spot Stopper

  • 16 ounces of Witch Hazel

  • 16 drops of Gentian Violet 1% tincture (Never use more than what is recommended)

  • 4 tablespoons of Boric Acid powder

  • 20 oz squirt bottle purchased from any Dollar Store or places where household products are sold. If you use an empty Windex bottle or something similar, wash and rinse the bottle thoroughly before using and if possible, rinse again with diluted vinegar before adding the contents of the mixture.

Witch Hazel, Gentian Violet and Boric Acid are generally all found on the same aisle of any Walgreens or Wal-Mart stores and are not costly items. Gentian Violet should not be more than $2.50 or so. It is found on the Hispanic aisle of Walgreens and if not found on the shelf at Wal-Mart, request it from the pharmacy and they will order it for you at no extra charge. CVS wanted about ten dollars for a "larger" bottle but that cost is ridiculous, don't even bother with them.

Some formulas call for alcohol but USE WITCH HAZEL instead since it serves the same purpose and doesn't burn like alcohol!

Mix the above ingredients together and shake well before each use! Gentian Violet stains anything it touches, so use outdoors if possible. Once it has dried on the skin, there is no more problem with staining.

This solution should not be used orally or near the eyes or genitals of your pet as it will irritate these sensitive areas and cause discomfort.

For an idea as to how a hot spot can spread and become infected, please see the photo on this page of our site: http://www.k911.biz/Petsafety/Licking.htm. If your dog has open sores, do not use this Hot Spot formula. Instead, use soothing ointments like Gold Bond or something similar until the area has scabbed over sufficiently.