The best way to deal with hot spots is to prevent them from forming in the first place. To do this, learn what is causing them. In most cases, hot spots in bulldogs are caused by food allergies, meaning proper diet and nutrition is the best form of prevention. Feed your dog a high quality, grain free food (grains are the leading cause of food allergies). You can also have a veterinarian test your bulldog for environmental allergies and recommend a treatment. If allergies are not the cause of your dog’s hot spots, fleas or ticks might be the culprit. You can stave off these pesky insects topically with Diatomaceous Earth; a natural, non-harmful, food grade powder. No matter the cause, preventing hot spots is a lot cheaper and a lot easier on your dog than treating those that have already formed.