Founder Story

From skin care… to dog care.

I’m Joy... a licensed Master Esthetician and certified formulator with over a decade of experience working with skin and ingredients.

But I’m also a dog mom. And like so many dog owners, I found myself stuck in the same frustrating cycle year after year: hot spots, yeasty ears, itchy skin, and irritation that just would not quit.

After trying what felt like every wet hot spot product on the market...sprays, creams, and various treatments... I started researching and formulating a powder designed to help keep irritated areas dry instead. I first tested it on myself, then carefully with my own dogs. Months of testing followed. My family and friends in my neighborhood got involved and would report back with updates after trying different batches. We had fun, and most of all I was helping dogs that really needed it.

Every ingredient in the powder was chosen with purpose: gentle moisture control, skin comfort, pH-conscious care, and non-toxic if ingested.

— Joy, Founder of HotSpot K9