Pets > Dogs > HealthMarch 13, 2010

Dog With Bald Spots

One of our working dogs has patches of bare skin were she has lost hair. Could this be due to diet or neurotic behavior? She is a wired hair German Pointer.

By Charlie from UK

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12/06/2010

We had a wirehair who had thyroid problems and lost patches of hair. He had to go on medication. Get him to the vet a.s.a.p

By
03/25/2010

One my dogs had issues with bald spots on her hind quarters. I started feeding her good quality food. Natural Balance is excellent, Merrick and Evangers are excellent too. Make sure the dog food does not have any byproducts, hormones, antibiotics, added salt, BHA/BHT, artificial flavors, fillers, wheat, flour, corn, soy or sugar. This is all junk and will cause your dog to have allergies, skin and health issues. Once I made the switch it wasn't long before all the bald spots were growing healthy hair. She never had the problem again.

By
03/16/2010

Hello, Please take your baby to the Veterinarian so he/she can determine what is going on. Good luck

By
03/14/2010

We had a similar problem with our fox-terrier. He pulled lumps out of his fur. We then discovered what went into canned dog food and put him on a fresh-meat regime (adding vegetables for vitamins and minerals). He is now totally cured. No allergies whatever.

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RE: Dog With Bald Spots

It could be a skin condition or hot spots, or it could be something else. Here is a link to a website that talks about various skin conditions in dogs, plus the cures. thedogpark.com (04/13/2009)

By Anonymous

RE: Dog With Bald Spots

I wouldn't take any chances get her to a vet for a proper diagnosis. (04/14/2009)

By Maryeileen


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