What helps against hair loss in dogs?
In some cases a dog's hair loss can be so severe that its coat becomes thinner and thinner over time or even bald spots appear on its body.
In the following article we will explain possible reasons for shedding.
Common causes of hair loss in dogs
If a dog suffers from hair loss, this can have many reasons. In addition to diseases and parasites, nutritional mistakes and the dog's twice-yearly change of coat can also cause hair loss.
Hair loss in dogs during coat change
Hair loss is not always caused by a health problem. This is because most dogs have a so-called coat change twice a year. This serves to adapt to the seasonal temperature fluctuations. In spring, the warming winter coat is replaced by a lighter summer coat, which in autumn has to give way again to a thick coat for the cold winter.
Hair loss is quite normal in dogs during the coat change. However, a large part of the coat must be replaced within a few weeks. Hair loss is therefore particularly noticeable in this phase, as the hair that has fallen out is usually distributed throughout the entire home.
Hair loss in dogs with skin fungus
Skin fungus is extremely contagious not only for dogs but also for humans. Its treatment is often associated with a considerable expenditure of time. The typical symptoms that skin fungus causes in dogs include skin inflammation and itching.
In addition, however, the fungal infestation also makes itself felt through hair loss. The resulting bald spots are usually circular, which means that even laymen can easily determine the cause of the hair loss in this case.
Hair loss in dogs with kidney disease
The kidneys have the task of freeing the dog's blood from metabolic waste products and harmful substances. However, their functionality can be impaired by various causes, so that over time the dog develops kidney failure.
Renal insufficiency leads to an increased deposition of harmful substances in the body. The possible discomforts caused by this include skin problems and hair loss.
Dietary hair loss in dogs
In many cases, hair loss in dogs is not caused by parasites or diseases, but by dietary mistakes. For example, feeding dogs inferior quality dog food or improper barking of the dog can cause the dog to lack important nutrients for the supply of its coat and thus the dog suffers increasingly from hair loss.
Apart from this, hair loss is also a typical complaint in dogs with food allergies. This is because the allergic reactions triggered by the food cause severe itching, which affected dogs counteract by excessive licking and scratching. Over time, this often leads to bald spots in the coat.
When a dog with hair loss has to go to the vet
If your dog suffers from hair loss, a visit to the vet can often be useful. The veterinarian can examine your four-legged friend to find out the exact cause of the hair loss and remedy it.
Early treatment measures are particularly important in the case of illnesses such as chronic kidney failure or infection with skin fungus. Because they not only help to control the dog's hair loss, but can also prevent further health problems.
The right food for dogs with hair loss
If your dog's hair loss is caused by diet, it is time for a change of food. With high-quality dog food made from natural ingredients, as you can find in the Bellfor range, you can ensure that your dog is optimally cared for and that there is no nutrient deficiency.
If your dog's skin problems and hair loss are related to a food allergy, we recommend that you feed your dog only our hypoallergenic insect-based dog food.
The insect protein contained in it is characterized by good digestibility and high biological value. This unusual protein supplier is therefore ideal for feeding allergic or nutritionally sensitive dogs in a way that is appropriate for their species on a long-term basis.
Natural food supplement for dogs with hair loss
Sometimes a good dog food alone may not be enough to control the nutritional hair loss in a dog. In this case, supplementing your dog's diet with Bellfor Skin & Coat can be useful.
The natural preparation contains selected ingredients, such as insect protein as a supplier of high-quality proteins that the dog's body needs for the formation of new hair. In addition, other ingredients such as brewer's yeast provide additional micronutrients that can support the shine and resistance of the dog's coat.
Hair loss in dogs - our conclusion
As you can see, hair loss in dogs can have various causes. As the owner you should therefore always keep an eye on the condition of the coat of your four-legged friend and react promptly if necessary.
A balanced diet with Bellfor dog food can help your dog avoid problems such as hair loss and permanently improve the general well-being of your four-legged friend.
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