My 2 Yr Old Bulldog Has Hair Loss Possibly Alopecia, Any Treatments,is It Hereditary Can She Be Bred?
Posted by: in Hair Loss CausesIt just stands to reason that ANY dog that can pass on a negative genetic issues should not be bred. I’m a firm believer that any dog that is having skin or coat issues should be checked for allergies, many times, caused by their food. Look at her dog food label and if there’s any corn, corn gluten, different grains, byproducts, artificial preservatives or colors, that could very well be the culprit. Corn and grains cause all sorts of allergic reactions and then later their organs can be affected. It just makes sense to start with her diet first!!
If you’re getting her food from the grocery store or WalMart, then the possibility of alopecia is just the beginning of her problems. Those commercial brands are total CRAP and that includes Iams, Eukanuba, Science Diet, etc.
Switch her to a GRAIN FREE diet. The first 2 ingredients, preferably the first 4, should be meat. Some brands to consider are Taste of the Wild, Wellness, Innova, Pet Naturaw, Orijen, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lovers Soul, Merrick. Check out these different brands online and compare the ingredients with what you’re feeding her now. These healthier foods do cost more, but you also have fewer visits to the vet and your dog will be much healthier.
Here’s a link to help you learn how to really discern what’s actually on the label. It’s important so that you’re getting the best bang for your buck and your dog is being fed a healthy and nutritious diet. She really shouldn’t be bred right now as pregancy will just exacerbate her condition. She’s stressed enough as it is.http://www.bornfreeusa.org/facts.php?p=3…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHadGUXCf…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_2FHiT_i…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_wtt2TXV…
AKC talks about this breed but not genectic predispositions. Just info.http://www.akc.org/breeds/bulldog/
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February 14th, 2010 at 11:12 am
Without knowing what caused the hair loss how can anyone say whether it’s hereditary or not?
If you don’t know about hereditary problems in Bulldogs, maybe you should delay breeding until you have learned what problems Bulldogs suffer from, what tests they need before breeding etc.
No ***** should ever be mated unless she is in absolutely top condition. Bulldogs are not easy whelpers even when they are healthy, so it’s particularly important in your breed.
February 14th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
yes it can be genetically linked. Many issues that cause it are genetic.
This dog should NOT be bred.
There may be treatment, depending on the cause. If its a thyroid issue, then treat the thyroid.. if its allergies, treat the allergies.
Sometimes alopecia is not explained, there is no treatment then.
February 14th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
Oh good grief. Why would you want to breed your dog anyway? There are enough dogs in shelters getting executed every day because there are not enough homes for them.
And besides that, NO! You do not ever want to breed a genetically unsound dog.
Good grief.
February 14th, 2010 at 8:05 pm
Get your dog fixed and you won’t have to worry about it being hereditary.
Take the dog to the vet if you want a diagnosis and treatment.
February 15th, 2010 at 12:15 am
please dont breed your dog. it is likely hereditary unless the cause is mites or mange