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DEAR DR. SCHELLING,
My groomer noticed that my dog is losing hair and has also gained a lot of weight. She said my dog might be hypothyroid. I made an appointment with the vet, but meanwhile, should I be worried?
-Lauren
Dear Lauren,
Hypothyroidism is a common hormonal condition in dogs that can cause hair loss, weight gain, and a host of other symptoms. The good news is that it’s very treatable with a simple pill, so try not to worry!
Hypothyroidism is diagnosed with blood tests. It can present a diagnostic challenge because symptoms are often subtle and mimic other diseases. It sometimes takes a series or combination of tests for your vet to arrive at a diagnosis. Click here to learn more about Hypothyroidism.
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Dear Max,
My family just moved outside of town and now we're living a ranch lifestyle. Everyone loves it—especially our dog. He has his lay of the land but I'm worried about ticks. How do I remove them if one becomes attached to my dog?
–Mike
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Dear Mike,
I'm a ranch dog too so I know all about those pesky ticks! Have no fear, we have an article on how to remove ticks so you can keep your dog protected while still enjoying his new surroundings.
Max
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