Alopecia is a medical term that refers to baldness or hair loss in areas that normally are hairy. There are many reasons a dog can develop alopecia, including allergies, skin infections, parasites ...

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss in humans. Dogs can also get a form of alopecia areata , which may lead to thinning hair or bald patches.

Hair loss is common in dogs, but bare spots in his coat may be a sign of infection or disease. WebMD explains the symptoms of a condition you may need to treat.

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 ...

These unique-looking dogs have a genetic condition called alopecia, which causes them to lose their hair, leaving only tufts of fur on their heads, feet, and tails.

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 ...

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.

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 ...