What is Canine Alopecia?
Late onset Canine Alopecia is a skin condition found in certain breeds of dogs that causes them to lose their hair. The disease only affects male dogs, and symptoms are not usually noticeable until they are about five to seven years old. Dogs that have this condition experience excessive itching and loss of hair in patches, usually near the head, and neck, and throughout the body. Alopecia X is another form of Alopecia that can affect dogs of all ages. The disorder is believed to be caused by a deficiency of specific hormones which leads to balding. Unlike late onset Alopecia, Alopecia X can start at a very young age in a dog’s life. The disorder is progressive, so symptoms often get worse as your dog gets older.
