Bonduca Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Hi I have 2 Border Collies bitches that are suffering with "Hot Spots" It is spreading like wildfire. I have been to the vets and have them on antihistamens (sp?) and anti biotics and have been told to wash them every day in Malaseb and then dry them with the dryer. My vet said it is a bacterial infection and to keep them dry but with lonmg coats, rain and me working full time it all seems a little impossible to keep them dry. I was recommended Medi Pulve powder. Has anybody used this?? Or is there something else someone may be able to recommend/ Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffi Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 I put Betadine on them and then get all the moisture out with Curash Powder. I have heard some people having success with Listerine. The most important thing is to keep it dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonduca Posted February 19, 2009 Author Share Posted February 19, 2009 I put Betadine on them and then get all the moisture out with Curash Powder.I have heard some people having success with Listerine. The most important thing is to keep it dry. Thank you for your reply. It looks like I will have to pen them to keep them dry. The powder sounds like a fantastic idea so I will grab some tomorrow. Cheers and thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystiqview Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Iodine. Stronger than Betadine. Get it from livestock type produce store. Cheaper too. Dilute it yourself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KitKat Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Use the curash or zinc powder - you won't even need to clip the fur just make sure you get a good dusting into the coat onto the skin Perhaps dose for a couple of days and usually it's gone very very quickly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 betadine...get a spray bottle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sankari Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Pyohex lotion i think it's called is supposed to be usefull too. Hope you get rid of them soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystiqview Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 you know Betadine is only already diluted Iodine?? Betadine is diluted for humans mainly because (I am one of them) quite a few are allergic to Iodine. I believe it is also one reason Iodine is hard to come by in Chemists. Sorry.. with the horses we just buy the straight Iodine, then dilute it to what strength we need or use it straight depending on the wound etc. Being a liquid, can put in trigger spray or use it as a complete wash. Vetadine Iodine Wash (500ml) $16.00 (250 ml $10) A general purpose antiseptic wash, effective against a wide range of bacterial and fungal skin conditions. That was from "The Vet Shed" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Preparation H anti-haemorrhoidal cream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lab lady Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 ok i know some people are going to disagree with this but for me it has always worked. I had a bitch that had hot spots all the time and i would treat with iodine. My vet advised i dry them out by dabbing them with methylated spirits. Yes it stings like hell but if you catch them early they clear up overnight. Must admit i only used it when the skin was showing the first signs of redness not if it has become gunky. Thankfully none of the dogs i have now get them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 I have also had success with my Blue Power ear treatment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 have been told to wash them every day in Malaseb and then dry them with the dryer. I would only wash the parts you need to as Malaseb does tend to trash the coat if overused. I always use Malaseb then leave on Pyohex conditioner if they are quite 'fresh'. This clears them up really quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sas Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 (edited) Nappysan (Was told that by a Groomer....not tried it myself) Listerine Eqyss Microtek Spray Edited February 19, 2009 by sas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Cotex either as a spray, diluted in the hydrobath or as a rinse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Time Puppy Owner Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Eqyss is not worth sh*t IMO as I spent over $60 on the shampoo and spray and it did f-all! My boy is scared enough of treatments so putting something like listerine on him would be incredibly painful and would result is a full on anxiety ridden dog. I use to use Betadine/Curash and even that would sting and he would hate it. So pyohex shampoo wash to clean to pat dry and then if you wish use pyohex lotion twice on the first day, then once a day for three days and if needed after that once every second day! Also if very infect go to the vet and get neocort and anti-immflams and antiobiotics! Good Luck! Ps my boy has had 30 + hot spots in his life and he is only 2 yrs and 2 day old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny123 Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 My old sheppie x was plagued with hot spots and we tried everything from Malaseb to cortisone. One thing that seemed to give him some relief from the itching/burning was witchhazel. I'd dab it on and fan it until dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherdpower Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 Hot Spot Treatment 3 parts witchhazel 1 part aloe vera gel (not juice) Apply to hot spot area twice a day. The aloe sooths the itch and the witch hazel dries up the spot. Do not shave the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissMonaro Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 The main thing I use is a tube of stuff that I got from the vets. Works a treat. I have used listerine as well. I have a thing of iodine here though, so might give that a try as well next time one pops up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andisa Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 ok i know some people are going to disagree with this but for me it has always worked. I had a bitch that had hot spots all the time and i would treat with iodine. My vet advised i dry them out by dabbing them with methylated spirits. Yes it stings like hell but if you catch them early they clear up overnight. Must admit i only used it when the skin was showing the first signs of redness not if it has become gunky. Thankfully none of the dogs i have now get them. Yep - worked for Piper too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trifecta Posted February 20, 2009 Share Posted February 20, 2009 The main thing I use is a tube of stuff that I got from the vets. Works a treat.I have used listerine as well. I have a thing of iodine here though, so might give that a try as well next time one pops up. I think you are referring to Ilium Neocort ointment. It is quite cheap to buy & I never used to shave the hair but just whack it on twice daily. When the hotspots are all cleared up you can wash the dog to remove any greasy residue, making sure of course to dry the dog properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now