Are you noticing your dog losing hair on their back, tail, or around their eyes? Sometimes dogs lose hair for natural reasons that shouldn't be a cause for concern, but other times it could indicate a larger issue. At CleanTools, we LOVE dogs and care about their health, including their skin and coat health—that’s why we offer the world-class Dog Lover’s Towel that benefits your dog no matter what.
Reasons Why Dogs Lose Hair
There are many reasons why dogs could lose their hair, and depending on the cause, a different remedy might be called for. The location of the hair loss can help you or a veterinarian identify the underlying cause of it. The most common places dogs lose hair are on their backs, tails, and around their eyes.
Is Your Dog Losing Hair on Their Back?
If your dog is losing hair on their backside, making it look patchy, they could have some type of infection or condition such as:
- Ringworm
- Bacterial Infections
- Parasites
- Allergies
- Post-Grooming Alopecia
Hair loss on a dog's back could also be due to them licking or itching a certain spot of their body to the point where it becomes bald. They could be itchy due to allergies, fleas, or other parasites, so make sure you check their coat regularly for any abnormalities.
Does Your Dog Have Hair Loss Around Their Eyes?
Most times, when your dog starts to lose hair around their eyes, it’s due to an allergic reaction. Some other possible reasons your dog might be losing hair around their eyes are:
- Pink Eye
- Fleas
- Ringworm
- Cushing’s Disease
Depending on your dog, they may start to lose hair around their eyes and face because of old age. If you have a senior pup, don't be alarmed when their skin and hair aren't as vibrant and lush as it once was.
What About Hair Loss on Your Dog’s Tail?
Hair loss associated with a dog’s tail is usually a symptom of a condition such as:
- Skin disorders
- Flea Allergy Dermatitis
- Hot spots
- Cushing’s Disease
Hair loss on a dog's tail causes more concern because it’s a sensitive part of the body that can quickly suffer from “happy tail” or other damages.
What To Do if Your Dog Has Hair Loss
Step One: Determine the cause of hair loss.
Step Two: Wash, clean, and dry your dog using top-quality products.
Step Three: Now that the coat is clean, assess the severity and pick the best treatment.
Hair Loss Treatment for Dogs
There are often many approaches to address and remedy your dog’s hair loss once you have identified the cause. These might include:
- Medication
- Flea and tick treatments
- Topical treatments
- Supplements
- A humidifier
- Grooming
If you’re treating your dog's hair loss at home, do your research on these different treatment methods to see which one can best help your pup. For example, you wouldn't want to use topical treatments or ointments if the hair loss is due to post-grooming alopecia, which occurs after a dog's hair has been cut at a groomer's. If at-home treatments are unsuccessful at bringing your dog's hair back, call a vet or visit a high-rated groomer to help.
Get the Best Equipment With CleanTools
When you’re treating your pup's hair loss, give them the best comfort possible. Losing hair is already an uncomfortable experience for dogs, so make the treatment process easy on them with the best tools around. At CleanTools, we supply the softest towels that gently dry and clean your pup while they’re being treated for hair loss.