Stress, hormones, and flea allergies all cause hair loss. DogsBestLife.com. Don't ignore hair loss warning ... But sometimes bad things happen to good dogs, and excessive hair loss is one of those ...

It's natural for dogs to shed hair, especially in spring and fall — and some shed more than others. But a thinning coat or bald patches may suggest a dietary imbalance, parasite, or skin condition. It ...

Dear Dr. Fox: We have a female papillon-Chihuahua cross. She was rescued from a puppy mill about four years ago. She is about 11 years old now. In September 2007, she was diagnosed with ...

A. Hair loss can be symptomatic of many things, like parasites, fungal infections, diseases or allergies. Your dog could have Demodex or Sarcoptic mange, which causes hair loss, or ringworm, which ...

CAUSES Parasites External parasites are notorious for causing alopecia in dogs. Fleas, ticks, lice and mites can all cause intense itching and scratching, which leads to hair loss.

Dear Dr. Fox: I have a 3½-year-old white purebred Pomeranian. He is 7 pounds. About a year ago, he started losing hair — not the long outer hairs, but the short ones underneath. I heard of a ...