Alopecia in Dogs There are numerous reasons for the cause of Alopecia and the most grueling one is the ticks. These tiny creatures play a notorious role not only causing Alopecia but also hampering your pet’s overall health. They can be found in warmer regions particularly in wooded or grassy areas. These pesky ticks, though smaller in size, have a greater impact on your pet by causing various conditions including hypersensitivity, anemia, skin rashes, other skin conditions, and irritation. Not limited to these illnesses, the pesky ones also carry dangerous diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and even tick-borne disease.
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Hair loss (Alopecia) Lethargy A cough Fever Discharge from nose and eyes Dull coat Lack of appetite Labored breathing Biting, licking, scratching, chewing skin repeatedly Irritated skin, scabs or scaly patches
Causes Not only ticks, but there are also other variable factors too that can cause Alopecia in your furry pal. Learn below some of the major causes of Alopecia and the symptoms they leave.
Allergies Allergies are the most common cause of alopecia in dogs. It can be triggered due to pollens, allergens, dust, molds or some food materials.
Infection And Infestations Sometimes intestinal infections, with no root cause, can lead to alopecia in dogs. Infestations due to fleas, ticks, mites are also responsible for hair loss in your dog.
Cushing’s Disease Normally, this condition is caused when the body’s tissues are exposed to the excessive level of the hormone cortisol for a long time. Cushing’s condition leads to hair loss, darkening of the skin and at times bulging of the abdomen.