Dog Has Hot Spot on Tail

[LouiseRF]

My 10.5 year old dog has a hotspot on her tail. What's the best thing to do for her? I have been spraying it with diluted Apple Cider vinegar and it has helped a little. Thanks

 

[Dr. Jeff]

I love aloe vera gel massaged in to the area which is then coated with cayenne pepper to reduce licking and promote healing.

 

[JillG]

Hello,

Will the diluted apple cider vinegar sting if used?
I just discovered my Lab has cracked pads (we walk early in the morning & late evenings) and redness between the toes which I think are hotspots because he keeps licking it. I started applying Mushers paw wax on his pads and in between the toes and pads. Im also getting an anti microbial (Vetericyn Hotspot spray) and colostrum for allergy relief. I put a cone on him so that way he doesn’t lick anymore and I’m trying to keep him off his feet unless he has to use the bathroom. Does anybody have any other suggestions I can do for his feet that are natural?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Will the diluted apple cider vinegar sting if used?

It may.

other suggestions I can do for his feet

Aloe and/or calendula both are great (and can be alternated).