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Hair loss is originally seen in areas of repeated grooming or trauma, for instance the neck because of contact with a collar. Hair regrowth may occur, but the hair will be even weaker and the pattern will repeat. The dogs are affected between the ages of two to four years, and it is most commonly seen on the back towards the tail.
Hair loss occurs during the fall months and starts to grow back in the spring. "Fluctuations in sex hormones can also cause coat changes in some dogs. In males, some testicular tumors can cause ...
Frequent formations of lick granulomas in the same area due to the constant licking will cause hardening, callous formation, hair loss (the hair may stop growing back), and hyperpigmentation to that area. [citation needed] Lick granulomas sometimes become infected with bacteria, causing abscessed areas or fistulous tracts . [citation needed]
Naproxen (Aleve)* has a long half-life in dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation, anemia, melena (digested blood in feces), and vomiting. [175] Antifreeze* is very dangerous to dogs and causes central nervous system depression and acute kidney injury. Treatment needs to be within eight hours of ingestion to be successful. [174]
Worms and other internal parasites can be treated easily but are some of the most common problems seen in dogs. Some of the internal parasites that cause diarrhea and loose stools in puppies ...
Skin disorders are among the most common health problems in dogs, and have many causes. The condition of a dog's skin and coat is also an important indicator of its general health. Skin disorders of dogs vary from acute, self-limiting problems to chronic or long-lasting problems requiring life-time treatment.
Many pet owners have found that their dogs have had severe reactions to the medication. The reactions have ranged from serious illness, the loss of a dog's ability to walk or stand, and even death.
Dermatophytosis as a cause of alopecia is common in cats, too, and in long-haired varieties, dermatophytic pseudomycetomas may be to blame. [7] Alopecia areata has been studied on mice in laboratories. [8] In horses, human contact with the horse and the rubbing of the saddle across the mane can cause patches of hair loss. [7]