Acute moist dermatitis: Treatment When you take your dog to the vet, the fur around the affected area may be clipped, and the skin will be cleaned. The vet might recommend antibiotics, pain relief ...

Acute moist dermatitis (hot spots). Small red, moist patches appear on your dog's skin. These become painful, become larger and bald, and start oozing if not treated.

When Fleas Find Your Dog. It takes just three weeks for one flea to turn into an infestation of 1,000 biting bugs. A very common canine health problem, fleas are easy for your dog to pick up, but ...

Hot spots, also known as acute moist dermatitis, are a common skin condition in dogs in which an area of skin is inflamed and there's a bacterial infection. These painful and oozing sores can ...

Acute moist dermatitis: Treatment When you take your dog to the vet, the fur around the affected area may be clipped, and the skin will be cleaned. The vet might recommend antibiotics, pain relief ...

Dr. Rebecca MacMillan, a vet with over 15 years of experience, says she regularly sees four skin conditions in particular: skin allergies, parasites, acute moist dermatitis, and endocrine disease.

Skin conditions in dogs are very common, so it's important to recognize the symptoms and understand the factors that cause them. Dr. Rebecca MacMillan, a vet with over 15 years of experience, says ...