Natural Support for Cat Skin Allergies and Hot Spots

What Is A Hot Spot?

A hot spot (aka moist dermatitis) is an inflamed skin lesion that may be further irritated by licking, scratching and chewing, often turning red, becoming infected, and 'hot' to the touch. Kitties are very sensitive and may have very delicate skin, so even small changes in their diet or environment can strongly affect them. The inflamed skin can be very uncomfortable for your kitty, and they may even experience fur loss.

Causes of Hot Spots on Cats

A few factors can cause hot spots in our feline friends, like food sensitivities, allergens in the environment, biting insects, and infections. Kitties with longer coats may be more susceptible to hot spots, especially when the weather is humid (like in the summer months). In most cases, hot spots are caused by allergies to the environment or something in their diet. Cat skin allergies most often develop on their paws, face, ears, front legs, and belly, but itchiness all over the body is common as well.

How NHV's Natural Cat Allergy Spray Relieves Inflamed Skin

If your kitty is licking, biting, or scratching a specific area, they may be experiencing a great level of discomfort. Ingredients like Chamomile, Marigold and Aloe vera are beneficial for soothing skin lesions, reducing swelling and easing discomfort. The immunostimulatory properties in Ouch Away help regulate a healthy histamine response to rebalance the immune system and help prevent infection. Herbs like Tea Tree oil and Lemongrass are effective topically against biting insects (fleas, mites, mosquitos and flies) and fighting infections, while ingredients like Rosemary encourage hair regrowth (recovery from alopecia).

Help Support your Cat Naturally

NHV Ouch Away Spray is an all-natural spray that is non-toxic for your furkiddo and formulated by an experienced herbalist and holistic vet. To learn more about hot spots in cats, check out our blog post about it. Get in touch with an NHV pet expert if you have questions about your kitty’s unique health needs.

Natural Support for Skin Infections, Hot Spots and Scrapes

All Clear Ointment is a topical ointment for dog skin that contains all-natural herbal ingredients that protect and soothe skin while promoting healing. It can be used to help with yeast infections, fungal or bacterial infection, general itchy skin, and everyday scuffs.

Hot Spots

Did you know that the skin is the largest organ of the body? It is the boundary between the body and the outside world and is susceptible to injury at all times. A “hot spot” (aka moist dermatitis) is a condition that involves an area of skin that becomes inflamed, causing a raw, moist wound to develop. These areas are itchy and may cause a lot of discomfort for your pup; the anti-inflammatory and immune stimulating properties in All Clear help reduce swelling and discomfort.

Bacterial and Fungal (Yeast) Infections

To keep your dog’s skin happy, a delicate balance of healthy bacteria, fungus and other microorganisms are required. When there is an irritant, infection or allergy response, your dog can respond by biting or chewing to self-soothe and their mouth can introduce infection causing a secondary infection. The herbs in All Clear Ointment, like Marigold, help fight fungal infections of the skin.

Wound Healing

For pet parents with active pooches, you know that your four-legged friends like to get into trouble! For every day cuts and scrapes, make sure to disinfect the affected area before applying the All Clear ointment. The olive oil, beeswax and rosemary extracted in sunflower oil form a protective barrier and stay in place while the skin heals.

How All Clear Supports Recovery from Hot Spots and Itchy Skin

All Clear contains many beneficial ingredients like Echinacea angustifolia which has been commonly used for skin infections due to its many immune-stimulating properties. Herbs like Marigold help decrease bacteria and fungus, at the site of injury, and Goldenseal acts as a natural disinfectant that fights infection and stimulates healthy immune response. The anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties reduce discomfort and swelling so your furkiddo is less likely to chew the affected area. And the olive oil, beeswax and rosemary (extracted in sunflower oil) create a protective barrier so the skin can start to heal. All Clear’s 100% natural formulation means that it is totally safe if your pup licks it! This all natural, topical cream is safe to use alongside other NHV supplements, like Felimm, to give your pet the support they need for fighting fungal infections both externally and internally.

Additional Support

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At NHV, we are a team of pet experts, holistic veterinarians, and animal nutritionists. Get in touch with us if you have any questions or concerns about your furkiddo’s skin issues or need help with reducing potential allergens.

Natural Dog Stress Reliever Supplemental Support

With a heightened sense of hearing and smell, small events that seem mundane to us can be terrifying and stressful for your dogs. Sometimes the stress is from the ride to the office, or maybe they are missing their human companions. This all contributes to changes in behavior like excessive panting, drooling, sweaty paws, dilated eyes, pacing, excessively shedding, or just completely shutting down. Some dogs become so stressed that it may lead to fear and aggression.

Other forms of stress in a dog’s life include:

• Working dogs that are pushed too hard
• Flying on a plane
• Special events (eg. fireworks)
• Staying in a shelter
• The loss of an owner
• The loss or addition of a furry playmate
• Going to a new home
• Moving

In addition to panting, excessive barking/whining, chewing on themselves, shivering (when it’s not cold), panicked tail wagging, or tense muscles, stress can also cause GI tract issues such as diarrhea or vomiting.

The key to a healthy pup is balance. Too much or too little activity can be harmful, as well as too much or too little socialization. A balanced, clean diet also helps maintain the body and the mind. If your dog is susceptible to stress, you can use calming herbs like those found in NHV Lesstress. This formulation gently acts on the nervous system and immune system to provide a natural dog stress reliever.

How NHV’s Natural Dog Stress Relief Eases Stress and Anxiety

For stressful experiences such as separation anxiety, the loss or addition of a furry friend, special events (eg. fireworks) and illness (stress can cause conditions to worsen), the natural (non-addictive) sedative properties of Lesstress gently relax the nervous system and endocrine system. Ingredients like Chamomile, Passion Flower and Lemon Balm work to calm nerves while ingredients like Reishi, Eleuthero, and Echinacea Angustifolia are very beneficial for helping the body adapt to stress and illness and stimulate healthy immune function.

Help Support Your Dog Naturally

All NHV supplements like Lesstress are 100% natural and created by a holistic veterinarian and a master herbalist, specially formulated for pets. Feel free to contact our veterinary professionals to get more insight into your little one’s health and wellbeing.