At Animal Emergency Care of Braselton, we are here for all of your animal wellness needs, from the everyday to the emergency. If your dog or cat is losing fur, we can help.
There are several possible reasons that a pet might lose fur. If your dog or cat is losing an excess amount of fur (i.e., more than what they would normally lose via shedding), causes might include:
When you bring your pet to our Braselton animal hospital, we will perform a thorough examination to figure out the possible cause of fur loss. Based on what we find, we have several treatment options.
If a test confirms that your pet has a hormonal imbalance, we will deliver a hormone injection to restore balance. This can stop your pet’s hair loss and allow new fur to grow in.
If we suspect food allergies, we can suggest what foods to avoid. Common allergens include soy, wheat, corn, and eggs. By changing your pet’s diet and tracking his or her response, you can eliminate fur loss as an allergic reaction.
For an infection or pest problem, we can administer medication or antibiotics to soothe inflammation, control pests, and heal the skin. Once we get the underlying pest problem or infection under control, your pet’s fur will start to grow back.
Call us today to make an appointment with our Braselton emergency care staff for alopecia, or for anything else.
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