What is canine alopecia

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Dogs can also suffer hair loss, a problem that is popularly known as "canine alopecia" , but which is actually caused by many different pathologies, sometimes associated with a disease. In this article we want to tell you what canine alopecia is and the types there are.

Hair loss in dogs is due to different causes and the treatment will depend directly on a correct diagnosis. Going to the veterinarian is one of the best options, since he will carry out diagnostic tests and help you determine the cause that is causing the dog's hair loss.

There are times when alopecia is a manifestation of a primary De Cell Number disease that must be diagnosed to establish the most appropriate treatment.

The most common situation occurs in dogs with endocrine diseases , such as hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing's syndrome (an excess of cortisol in the body), or hypothyroidism, which usually present symptoms such as polydipsia and polyuria (drinking and urinating more than normal). , tiredness, or excessive weight gain. If they also present alopecia, it covers the entire trunk and is characterized by being bilateral and symmetrical.

In hypothyroid dogs, the lack of hair usually occurs on the tail . If we suspect that the animal suffers from any of these diseases, we must go to our trusted veterinarian, who will carry out a blood and urine analysis to confirm if there are changes in the levels of thyroid or adrenal hormones.



Types of canine alopecia
We can find different types of canine alopecia , which are the following:



Focal alopecia : affects one or two specific areas of the animal's body. Typical in dermatophyte infections (ringworm) and some types of scabies.
Multifocal alopecia : covers multiple small or medium areas. Classic in pyoderma and some types of scabies, such as that caused by  Demodex .
Generalized alopecia : spreads throughout the body or large areas, such as the trunk. It is also seen in endocrine alopecia, congenital alopecia, follicular dysplasia and advanced cases of atopy.
If you think your pet suffers from canine alopecia, it is best to go to your trusted veterinarian . At The Gorilla Vets Company's veterinary clinics in Madrid we advise and help you treat any disease your pet may have and take care of its health. Make an appointment now at your nearest clinic.