04/10/2025
Do skin and ear issues have your pup feeling down? UrgentVet is here to help! With spring in full bloom, pets and people alike are experiencing the onset of allergies, and for our furry friends, this can lead to a number of ailments.
For Rocky, a handsome 4-year-old Beagle, allergies lead to the formation of a hot spot on his neck. After giving Rocky a mild analgesic, we shaved the area to improve air flow, cleaned him up with a special antiseptic soap, and applied a topical medication to dry the spot up, help with the irritation, and provide additional pain relief.
A hot spot, or acute moist Pyodermatitis, can be a very uncomfortable and itchy problem, characterized by redness, wetness to the area, discomfort, and discharge - which can indicate infection!
We hope you're feeling much better, Rocky!