The dog has hair loss: causes and treatment
Most people have their own pets. And in this regard, dogs occupy a leading place. The hosts are well aware that their pets molt with a certain periodicity and calmly experience this event, producing regular combs. However, it happens that the dog falls hair more often than usual and unevenly. So what's the reason, and should I go to the vet?
Why does the dog get hair?
Indeed, seasonal molting is not alwaysbecomes the cause of hair loss. The natural cover of the pet can fade, lose elasticity, become dry and stiff. In some cases, this may be accompanied by changes in the behavior of the animal, the appearance of anxiety, poor appetite.
Therefore, when these symptoms appear, you should consult the appropriate specialist. He will be able to determine after a thorough examination, why the dog gets hair. It can be:
Hormonal causes (wool falls outsymmetrically). This includes problems with estrogen, excess cortisol, a deficiency of thyroid hormones, a lack of growth hormone. As a result of such violations, the dog's hair crawls, the hair becomes thin, and the skin condition worsens.
Non-hormonal. This includes strong stress, the period after surgery, parting with the owners and so on.
The dog withers: what to do?
Very often hair loss is causedan allergy caused by food (even by expensive fodders), fleas, pollen, household chemicals, medicines, shampoos, synthetic materials. In this case, the hairline falls out in clumps, the animal is constantly itching, licking the zones of itching, there may be a rash. Because of the great inclination of dogs to allergies, you should carefully treat all new subjects that your pet is in contact with. It is unacceptable to use shampoos and conditioners designed for human hair to wash dogs. Therefore, do not be too lazy to buy a high-quality product in a veterinary pharmacy. Bathe the animal at least once a month in warm water, brush regularly.
Serious problem, because of which the dogwool falls out, are parasites. For example, an itch mite can lead to the alopecia of an animal, especially since it poses a serious danger to the owners. In such cases, hair loss begins with the area of the mouth and eyes, and without proper treatment progresses. There is a strong itch, because of which the dog can cause serious wounds. The type of parasite will determine the appropriate tests, which will help to establish the correct treatment. For prevention, you should use special drops for wool and give antihelminthic drugs.
Loss of hair from the dog can provokeyeast or fungal infection, color mutation alopecia and some others. Similar problems with wool may appear due to lack of zinc and sun dermatitis. In these cases, prescribe vitamins and immunostimulating drugs, which can be taken for prevention.
Owners should remember that only a veterinariancan correctly determine the reason why the dog gets hair, and prescribe the appropriate treatment. Sometimes it can be a fairly long process with certain precautions, diets and a course of medicines. Always look after the health of your pet, and in turn he will make you happy with his love.
