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Why Does Hair Fall Out In Dogs? feeding also matters

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Channel: Veterinary Network 路 2018 路 Pets & Animals

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Why does hair fall out in dogs? These are the three main reasons:

1. Moulting, loss of hair linked to seasonal changes.

It is something natural and happens, normally, in spring and autumn. It is when the dogs renew their fur and, for that reason, they naturally detach from their old hair and share it, well we all know it, with sofas, pants, coats, carpets and others.

2. Allergies.

It is relatively frequent: the loss of hair due to some type of allergy that causes a skin reaction. It may be due to food allergies or other types of allergic reactions.

3. Compulsive disorder.

Some dogs and even some breeds, such as German Shepherd, can more easily develop what are known as compulsive disorders. These dogs can lick or nibble at certain areas of their body with the result that part of the hair is removed.

Can feeding reduce hair loss in dogs?

The change of hair in dogs is not a phenomenon that can not be eliminated completely: it is a natural thing that allows the dog to adapt its coat to the ambient temperature.

Still, it is good to know that a proper diet can reduce hair loss because it enhances both the health of the skin and hair. And is that the hair of dogs is formed in a 99% protein. That is why, logically, diets that are rich in quality proteins will favor a healthier and stronger hair.

On the other hand, certain essential fatty acids also enhance the elasticity of the skin and the shine of the hair. And it is possible to avoid foods that contain ingredients with more risk of producing allergies, such as eggs.

That is, the "recipe" to control hair loss in dogs through feeding has three keys. You have to choose a diet that contains:

- Omega 6, because it is a very rich source of linoleic acid, the most important fatty acid in maintaining a healthy skin and hair (and also helps prevent problems such as seborrhea.)

- Protein of animal origin and high biological value: not all proteins are equally good for the health of a dog. To take care of the hair and skin of the dogs it is best to opt for diets that incorporate proteins of animal origin and high bioavailability and avoid as much as possible those that have animal byproducts because they are of lower quality and the dog's organism You can not take advantage of them.

- List of limited and low risk ingredients: the more ingredients a feed contains, the more likely that one can produce a food allergy. The way to reduce this risk is to choose a diet with an intentionally limited list of ingredients that does not incorporate elements of risk such as eggs, milk, pork, veal, etc.

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