5. Alopecia X

This term is used to describe the disease which causes the hair loss your dog is facing. Many dogs have dealt with this one.

The X in the name stands for the unknown which the veterinary community is facing while dealing with this disease. In the beginning, parts of the body are covered with fuzzy hair, but sooner or later it all falls.

How do I treat it? No treatment has been discovered, however there is no need to since it’s only a matter of appearance.

Some dogs did respond to hormone supplements, medication which suppresses adrenal function, or even castration.