If your pet is experiencing dog hair loss, it could be mange.

There are many reasons for dog hair loss, but one of the most common is mange.  While you should see a vet to determine the exact cause of dog hair loss, here is a little information about mange.

First, you should know that dog hair loss is not always caused by mange.  Many times, it can be a sign of an allergy (there will often be excessive licking).  If there is no skin irritation, it can also just be a nutrient deficiency.

If the dog hair loss is accompanied by skin irritation, you should go to the vet.  They can test for mange mites.

Dog hair loss is commonly caused by demodectic mange mites.  It usually starts with small hairless patches around the eyes.

Many dogs have the mites (and people, too, in eyebrows) with no dog hair loss.  The dogs who are affected may have be minimally affected.  The demodectic mange can, however, spread over most of the body and become infected.

Another form of dog hair loss causing mange is sarcoptic.  It is a scabies mite that burrows into the skin.  It usually causes severe itching and is contagious to other dogs and even people.

Generally, the better form of dog hair loss causing mange is sarcoptic.  Even though it is contagious, it is easier to treat with a faster recovery. 

If your dog's hair loss is caused by demodectic mange, you no longer have to have your dog dipped in dangerous chemicals.  There are other treatments available.  Talk to our vet, and be sure to give your pet the best of nutrition while he's undergoing any treatment.

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