Seven major factors leading to pathological hair loss in dogs

Nov 15,2023
4Min

The late spring cold is about to pass, and spring is really coming, but dog owners have to deal with their dogs losing hair from time to time. However, in addition to the normal growth stage of dogs and the seasonal shedding period in spring, there are still many other factors that can cause abnormal hair loss in dogs, which we also call pathological hair loss. Parents also need to master and understand it.

1. Hair loss caused by skin diseases: After dogs are infected with skin diseases, such as mites, fungi and other parasites, diseases such as folliculitis or eczema caused by bacteria, or a large number of dog lice and fleas, they will also Can cause extensive hair loss. Dogs will scratch their fur with their claws and teeth due to severe itching, and they will also scratch and lose a lot of hair.

2. Too much salt: Dogs need different salt than humans. Too much salt will cause hair loss, including spicy and irritating food. In addition, eating too much salt will cause hair loss. It will also increase the load on the dog's internal organs, so dog food with professional nutritional proportions should be eaten.

3. Bathing dogs with human shampoo: The pH of dog skin is opposite to that of humans. Therefore, using human shampoo to bathe dogs will cause symptoms of dandruff, itching, and massive hair loss. Choosing the right shower gel and hair conditioner for your dog can effectively nourish the hair and prevent hair loss.

4. Malnutrition: Dog malnutrition, nutritional imbalance, and lack of vitamins and minerals can also cause hair loss.

5. Bathing too frequently: Some owners will bathe their dogs frequently in order to be clean, but this will destroy the pH balance of the dog's skin and cause hair loss.

6. Too little sunshine time: Sunlight exposure is beneficial to the health of dog fur. Lack of sunlight exposure can also cause hair loss in dogs.

7. Emotional hair loss: Fear, tension, and anxiety can cause hair loss in dogs. Therefore, owners should often interact with their pets to comfort them and eliminate their pets’ tension and fear.

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