Lady Going Bald On Her Bum!!

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Hi,

We have noticed in the last few days that Lady,our ex racer,is going bald on her thighs.She has been casting a downey type fur,that is coming off in handfuls,but only on her legs.She is in lovely condition everywhere else,and very fit and healthy in every other way.Since we had her 3 months ago,she has been fed Royal Canin skin and digest complete dried,along with my other two.Has anyone has similar experiences,or any advice.I am worried she will have bald chicken legs

Amandaxx

 

[Rosie]

Try the FAQs there is a section in there about hair loss under the health part :thumbsup: . If I knew how to do a link I would :b .

I know it's there as our whippie has lost some hair off backs of her thighs as well, after reading the FAQs I'm using Liverine Unction on it. No sign of the hair growth yet but her skin is really soft .

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

Try the FAQs there is a section in there about hair loss under the health part  :thumbsup: . If I knew how to do a link I would  :b . 
I know it's there as our whippie has lost some hair off backs of her thighs as well, after reading the FAQs I'm using Liverine Unction on it.  No sign of the hair growth yet but her skin is really soft  .

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Hi,

Thanks for that.I will have a look now.

Amandaxx

 

[bertha]

I have a whippet with a bald bum and underneath her brisket, my grey has thin hair on her bum too, I think it is normal in some dogs so I don't worry about it. I have had whippets for over 30 years, it happens!

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

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I have a whippet with a bald bum and underneath her brisket, my grey has thin hair on her bum too, I think it is normal in some dogs so I don't worry about it. I have had whippets for over 30 years, it happens!

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Hi,

My only worry is that it looks red and feels hot on the bald parts.I have heard about the Greyhound balding syndrome,and my Whippet Greyhound gets it in winter..She also seems to be very scurfy in the bald parts.It does not seem to bother her,and she does not scratch or anything.She is regually Frontlined,so its not fleas.I have made an appointment at the vets tomorrow.I am a worrier,much to the vets advantage

Amandaxx

 

[oakmoorehill]

If she was in kennels until you had her she's probably moulting outher kennel coat. We had this with Button but not as bad as we had her in october and stopped her coat getting to fluffy.

Also what protein is in her food Button was on 32% when we had she is now on 20% and the hair on her thighs has grown back. Sometimes when they are on very high protein they loose their coat in places such as thighs

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

If she was in kennels until you had her she's probably moulting outher kennel coat. We had this with Button but not as bad as we had her in october and stopped her coat getting to fluffy.
  Also what protein is in her food Button was on 32% when we had she is now on 20% and the hair on her thighs has grown back. Sometimes when they are on very high protein they loose their coat in places such as thighs

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Hi,

Yes,she was in kennels,so as you say,it may be her kennel coat.The food she has is 23% protein,so not too high.She still trains twice a week with a lure,just to keep her fit,and she loves it!!so not fully retired,so i think the food should be o.k.

Thanks for the advice.

Amandaxx

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

Hi,We have noticed in the last few days that Lady,our ex racer,is going bald on her thighs.She has been casting a downey type fur,that is coming off in handfuls,but only on her legs.She is in lovely condition everywhere else,and very fit and healthy in every other way.Since we had her 3 months ago,she has been fed Royal Canin skin and digest complete dried,along with my other two.Has anyone has similar experiences,or any advice.I am worried she will have bald chicken legs

Amandaxx

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Lady is very poorly this morning.She is red hot,her head is down,and she struggled on her walk this morning.I could have cried,i have never seen her like this before.I am now worried that she has a bug or something,and that the hair loss is connected.We will see what the vet says later.

Amanda

 

[Milo-Quin]

Poor Lady Let us know how she gets on at the vets. One thing Amanda shes in good hands with you and Pete. Give her a big kiss from me . Pam

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

Poor Lady Let us know how she gets on at the vets. One thing Amanda shes in good hands with you and Pete. Give her a big kiss from me . Pam

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Thanks Pamxxxxx

 

[madjasper]

:luck: Do we have any news yet ?? I hope she is OK :luck:

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

:luck: Do we have any news yet ??  I hope she is OK :luck:

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No news yet.Vets at 10 to 7.Although she has perked up as the day has passed,and has eaten.She has dragged all the other dog beds into a heap,and is asleep on top,she has never done that before.I may just be panicking for nothing,but i love her so much.I walked around in a daze this morning whilst shopping,i was so worried.Just hoping it,s a bug or something.I have been reading up,and she has a lot of symptoms for Thyroid problems,with the flaked skin,fur dropping out,lethargy,etc.So i think i will ask for a blood test anyway.Thankyou for your concern.

Amandaxx

 

[kris]

only just seen this im so sorry Amanda i know how much Lady means to you.im keeping everything crossed here that its nothing bad and maybe shes just a little off colour :luck: :luck: :luck: :huggles:

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

only just seen this im so sorry Amanda i know how much Lady means to you.im keeping everything crossed here that its nothing bad and maybe shes just a little off colour :luck:   :luck:   :luck:   :huggles:

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Hi Kris,

I hope so.She has been so quite all day.I will let you know when we have taken her to the vets.

Amandaxxxxxx

 

[wild whippies]

The problem with most racing sighthounds is that they all seem predisposed to mild variants of hyperthyroidism, balding thighs is something that is commomly seen in the racing dog and many suspect protein levels to be the culprit.

When a dog is in racing fit condition it will most commonly have a hard coat with balding thighs. Many see it as a symptom but in most cases it isn't as the dog is physically at it's peak condition and performs well as a result. These dogs are usually fed high protein foods to maintain muscle condition. If a dog is held in this state for a long time then other symptoms can occur which is why it's important that racing dogs have periods of rest.

Obviously when you state the dog is an ex-racer then you'd expect it to have a well covered coat but as this isn't the case and your saying there are additional symptoms pointing towards hyperthyroidism then it's certainly worth investigating further. Good luck :luck:

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

The problem with most racing sighthounds is that they all seem predisposed to mild variants of hyperthyroidism, balding thighs is something that is commomly seen in the racing dog and many suspect protein levels to be the culprit.When a dog is in racing fit condition it will most commonly have a hard coat with balding thighs. Many see it as a symptom but in most cases it isn't as the dog is physically at it's peak condition and performs well as a result. These dogs are usually fed high protein foods to maintain muscle condition. If a dog is held in this state for a long time then other symptoms can occur which is why it's important that racing dogs have periods of rest.

Obviously when you state the dog is an ex-racer then you'd expect it to have a well covered coat but as this isn't the case and your saying there are additional symptoms pointing towards hyperthyroidism then it's certainly worth investigating further. Good luck :luck:

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Hi,

We have just got back from the vets,and the vet thinks its Hyperthyroidism.Apparently it also cause thin skin,hence her feet that we went to the vets for a few weeks ago.The vet was pulling her fur out in clumps.She said the scaley skin,fur loss,lethargy, etc.We should get the blood test back the beginning of next week,so will keep you posted.

Amandaxxx

 

[wild whippies]

Best of luck, it's something that's usually treatable once they've identified why the gland is hyperactive. :luck:

ETA: Don't be surprised if you have to have a further series of blood tests, one form of testing involves repeated testing a fortnight or so later to get an accurate diagnosis. Results can be variable (depending on which test is done) so it's sensible to repeat the test.

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

Best of luck, it's something that's usually treatable once they've identified why the gland is hyperactive. :luck:
ETA: Don't be surprised if you have to have a further series of blood tests, one form of testing involves repeated testing a fortnight or so later to get an accurate diagnosis. Results can be variable (depending on which test is done) so it's sensible to repeat the test.

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Hi,

Thanks ever so much for your advice,i appreciate it :thumbsup:

Amandaxx

 

[Finleyfoofoo]

Best of luck, it's something that's usually treatable once they've identified why the gland is hyperactive. :luck:
ETA: Don't be surprised if you have to have a further series of blood tests, one form of testing involves repeated testing a fortnight or so later to get an accurate diagnosis. Results can be variable (depending on which test is done) so it's sensible to repeat the test.

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Hi again,

I have just been thinking.We have been training Lady twice a week for the last 2 weeks,used to be once a week in the winter,just to keep her fit.Do you know if upping exercise levels can effect the thyroid?I have mailed Martin,her trainer,to see if he knows.Hope you don,t mind me asking.

Amandaxxx

 

[vs1]

Just be careful you aren't being taken for a ride by the vets. Although in greys it is reasonable to suspect a thyroid issue, this is not always the case and often more likely down to stress or poor bedding in areas which they lie on a lot. In greyhound training circles there are a lot of 'home cures' to try, including adding a small quantity of salt to the diet, cornucresine like they use on horses feet, kelp tablets etc etc. I seem to remember that gryehounds have a naturally lower thyroid level than other breeds of dog so make sure your vet is aware! You would be better to take her to a greyhound specialist vet and it would be about half the price as well :- "

Vicky

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