Hot Spots on Dogs - Causes and Cures

Hot spots on dogs are moist skin eruptions that
can occur anywhere on a dog's body. The name is
derived because they most generally occur during
the hot summer months. The spreading area can
appear raw and red and is a ripe breeding ground
for bacteria.

Hot spots on dogs almost always relate to the
overgrowth of Yeast in the GI Tract. Since heat
is an activator of yeast, the flare-ups manifest
themselves as Hot Spots. In some cases, the only
manifestation is Hot spots, while in others,
what starts out as only Hot spots may soon be
accompanied by more generalized itching,
scratching, biting, chewing of the paws,
blackening of skin, ear infections, etc.

The biggest factor contributing to the
development of Hot spots on dogs, as with yeast
infections, is the food. Most of the popular,
major brand name dog foods are loaded with
starches (which feed yeast), preservatives,
additives, colorings, by-products, and generally
poor quality ingredients. The same holds true for
popular dog biscuits. If you are feeding your pet
one of these foods or snacks, please consider
making a change to a better quality brand.

How to get help for Hot Spots on dogs

For most cases of Hot spots on dogs, all natural
pet health supplements, such as Antioxidant
Treats for Pets or Sprouted Granules can be
quite effective in helping get rid of the Hot
spots. This is especially true if you were also
to follow the recommended feed guidelines for
yeast problems.

For more severe cases, it may be necessary to
follow a full yeast removal program. As
mentioned before, Hot Spots on dogs relate to
the overgrowth of yeast in the system. If the
dog has had one or more rounds of antibiotics or
steroids, you may be best served by purchasing
the right pet health supplements and following
the guidelines for using them as well as change
your pets diet..

There are all natural pet health products ideal
for providing the help you need in dealing with
hot spots on dogs and other skin conditions. Of
significant importance, we suggest that you
examine the foods you are feeding your dog/s and
be sure you are providing the quality of
nutrition your pet deserves and needs for a
'quality life'. The rule of thumb being - "If
you can find it in a big store, it's likely not
of appropriate quality for your pet"; this rule
has only a few exceptions.


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article submitted by Tim Delaney, a multiple dog
owner and advocate. References include Nzymes
Product Reviews at
http://www.nzymesproductreviews.com and Nzymes
at http://www.nzymes.com/web/hot-spots-on-dogs/


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