Dogs can also suffer from hair loss, a problem that is popularly known as "canine alopecia" but is actually caused by by many different pathologies, so the treatment will depend directly on a correct diagnosis. Do you think your dog has canine alopecia? Do you want to know more about hair loss in dogs?
In this article on our site we will talk about the so-called canine alopecia, its causes, most common symptoms and how it is cured, always with the help of the veterinarian, the only professional who can prescribe an adequate and safe treatment for our dog. In any case, we will avoid the use of remedies if we cannot guarantee their efficacy and positive effects on the dog.
What is canine alopecia?
human alopecia refers to the loss of hair in certain areas where it used to be, mainly on the head. However, dogs do not experience the same type of alopecia, but this tremendously imprecise term refers to hair loss, for various reasons that we will mention in the next section.
Causes of canine alopecia
As we have told you, the alleged canine alopecia can be due to different causes, some of them are:
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Atopic dermatitis
- Moist dermatitis
- Food Allergy
- External parasites
- Leishmaniosis
- Cushing's syndrome
- Scabies
- Foliculitis
Discover all these pathologies in detail in our article on skin diseases in dogs, with photographs.
Canine alopecia diagnosis
The veterinarian, through diagnostic tests, which may include a scraping, for example, will determine the cause of the loss of hair in our dog. Sometimes a simple observation will suffice, however, it will most likely confirm the diagnosis with supporting tests. In some cases, you can even request additional tests such as blood tests, urine tests or deworming of the dog.
How is alopecia cured in dogs?
Once the diagnosis is received, the veterinarian can prescribe the treatment that he considers appropriate. In cases where canine alopecia is caused by an organic cause, the professional will advise us on the use of antibiotics, dewormers or any other drug that he considers appropriate. However, if it is caused by stress or anxiety, it will also be necessary to modify the dog's routine and habits, performing physical exercise, mental stimulation and even improving the enrichment of the home.
Are there home remedies for canine alopecia?
There are no remedies that are universal and can treat all he alth problems that can easily be confused with canine alopecia. In fact, many home remedies can even aggravate the condition that the dog suffers from. For this reason, it is not recommended to apply treatments without a specialist's prescription.
