What can I do about my beagle losing hair?

Answer by  katrescuer (431)

It is possible it could have the mange or flea allergy dermatitis, both conditions will cause hair loss. Revolution will take care of both conditions. You can purchase it from your vet or a few places on line. It also takes care of heart worm, and is by prescription only.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

IF you think that this is more they the usual shedding, they call a vet and take him in. He might have a problem with his thyroid and need medication to correct the problem.

Answer by  Mech79 (185)

There are several reasons a dog can lose hair, it could be topical like mange or fleas, or systemic like cushings. The best solution is to take the dog to a vet and let them check the dog for topical issues and do preliminary blood work to make sure it is not something more significant.

Answer by  tamkees (3203)

If only the darker hair is falling out, your beagle may have black hair follicular dysplasia, which is common in the breed. Staph infection and other conditions can also cause hair loss. To rule out anything serious and for the best possible treatment, please see your vet.

Answer by  LittleJohn (242)

Lot of things can cause a dog to lose it's hair, if a dog is sleeping more than normal, is being less active or playful, has diarrhea or vomiting.

Answer by  smellycat22 (1129)

Take your dog to the vet to make sure the shedding is not health related (ex. fleas or allergy). You may try to switch to a higher quality food with omega oils. Regular grooming with a shedding tool can help speed up the process and reduce the hair indoor.

Answer by  shastie (1601)

You should take your dog to the vet as soon as possible as it may have mange. It is caused by parasitic mites and can make your dog very sick and very uncomfortable. A vet will be able to prescribe medicine to relieve the itching and get rid of the mites.

Answer by  luvnmommy (53)

Dogs like humans can experience baldness with no explanation or cure as to why. If your beagle does not have a rash in the baldness areas, you may want to try changing his or her diet to see if that helps. Your vet may also be able to provide you with some vitamins that may help.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

It could be caused from a couple different things the dog may be stressed that can cause hairloss. The other thing is you might want to take it to the vet it may have caught mage that will cause it also.

Answer by  Wes66 (34)

First of all, make sure you brush it. Brushing is neccesary to help keep loose fur out of the coat. It also helps release oils neccesary to maintain the fur growth.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

Take him to the vet for a check up. There could be a condition that your dog has that is causing the hair loss. It's better to be safe than sorry.

Answer by  Anonymous

Vet did not work, changed food and giving him Omegas what else can i do? Plz need help!!!