Hartz? Hot Spot Skin Medication for Dogs and Puppies is formulated to be effective as an aid in the treatment of certain common skin inflammations in dogs. Recommended specifically as an aid for Hot Spots (moist dermatitis). Also it is an effective first aid for scrapes and abrasions. Containing no alcohol this is a non-stinging anti-bacterial formula with vitamin E and aloe to help soothe and heal irritated skin. Signs: These skin inflammations may be accompanied by itching so intense that the animal rubs scratches and bites incessantly. Other signs associated with these skin inflammations include hair loss redness scaling and secondary infection.