Hot Spot Home Remedy

Here is a home remedy that may help if your dog has a hot spot. Apparently, black tea contains tannic acid, which helps to dry out the sores.

To use this remedy:

1. Soak a bag of Black Tea in hot water.
2. Remove the bag from the water, letting it cool to a temperature comfortable to the touch.
3. Place the tea bag directly on the hot spot for about 5 minutes.

You can repeat this application several times per day. If you do not have any black tea handy, you can also dry out the sores with Witch Hazel. Do not let your dog suffer with this. If you do not see any improvement within 2 days, take him or her to the vet, where they may prescribe some oral corticosteroids and a topical antibiotic.

source: Ask Spike Online