ALOPECIA OR EXCESSIVE HAIR LOSS IN DOGS
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Excessive Hair Shedding in Dogs.
Hair loss in dogs: It’s normal for dogs to shed hair, but no skin layer is supposed to be visible in a previously covered body part.
Normal shedding or hair loss: the rate of hair loss is equal to the rate of hair replacement; therefore, no alopecic or bald skin patches should be seen. The body system is trying to replace old and damaged hair.
Types of normal shedding or hair loss in dogs:
Low shedders: they naturally lose less hair.
Heavy shedders: they naturally lose a lot of hair.
But in all situations, under no circumstances should alopecic or bald patches be seen.
Abnormal shedding or hair loss in dogs: in such cases, bald or alopecic patches of the skin are observed. The rate of hair loss is higher than the body’s ability to replace the lost hair. The body’s ability to replace lost hair is compromised by any underlying disease.
CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS OR ALOPECIA IN DOGS:
Infestation by ectoparasites, e.g., fleas, ticks, lice, and mites
Hypothyroidism
Bacterial or fungal infection
Allergic reactions
Over bathing
Excessive salt in the food
Stress
Poor quality of shampoo
Poor nutrition
Heavy worm burden
Genetics
Cushing disease
Chemotherapy
Old age
Autoimmune diseases
Poisons from mercury, iodine, and thallium
Mange
Pressure sores
Scar formation from a previous injury
Seasonal shedding due to changes in weather conditions
Continuous friction due to poorly adjusted collars and harnesses
Sex hormone imbalances
Skin cancers
Mineral deficiencies, e.g., copper and zinc
Seborrhea (excessive oil on the skin)
Symptoms of Hair Loss in Dogs
Bald patches or alopecic patches
Dandruff
Reddened skin
Itching
Uneven hair length
Thickened bald skin areas
Foul odor
Black or dark gray bald patches
Treatment for Hair Loss or Excessive Shedding in Dogs
First, identify the primary cause of hair loss to properly guide on the right treatment protocol.
The medications or management of hair loss include:
Proper feeding
Use shampoo recommended by your vet doctor.
Regular deworming
Anti-fungal
Antibiotics
Ectoparasiticides
Avoid over- or under-bathing.
Provide soft bedding.
Proper hygiene
Avoid inbreeding
Vitamin A, E, and Omega 3 supplements
Do not put a lot of salt in food (better to do no salt).
Anti-inflammatory drugs.
Anti-cytokine drugs.
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