Common causes of hair loss in dogs
18 May 2007
Alopecia or hair loss is associated with an overwhelming majority of skin disorders in pets. Practically all domesticated animals face hair loss problems but cats and dogs are among the most seriously affected. Most common conditions like feline hair loss are due to feline acne and feline dandruff.
Dogs on the other hand loose hair due to many more reasons. The multiplicity of reasons behind canine hair loss makes it difficult for the specialist to sift normal hair loss from that associated with a major ailment.
The most common cause of dog skin problems like alopecia is allergic reactions. These can occur due to:
* Contact with environmental irritants.
* Contact with chemical detergents, paints, nickel and other chemical or textile fibers.
* Exposure to inhalants, deodorants and room fresheners.
* Inhaling pollen, house dust mites.
* Drug enforced allergies.
* Allergies due something in the diet.
Hair loss is also a prominent symptom of medical conditions like Cushings disease, hypothyroidism and Tail gland hyperplasia.
The underlying cause behind Cushing’s disease is the increase of corticosteroids in the body. This may be due to an abnormal but natural process in the body or rampant use of synthetic steroids. It is a fatal disease and needs prompt attention.
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