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Hair loss in dogs and cats is a result of ticks/ fleas infestation. they stick to the body of the animals and produce saliva which initiate allergic reaction and itching, results in hair loss. there is also genetic component involved.
Ticks and fleas infestion they stick to the body of theanimals and produce saliva
There are several causes of hair falling in dog and cat among them
- external parasitic infestation and scabies
- Zinc deficiency and other minerals like sulfer
due to the external parasite(ticks, fleas, lice, etc)
sulfur deficiency
zinc deficency
Causes of Hair Loss in Dogs and Cats. ... Hair loss in dogs and cats can appear as areas without hair (bald patches or alopecia) or areas with thinning hair. There may also be changes in the skin with increased pigmentation, redness, swelling, crusting, flaking, or moist oozing and discharge.
deficiency of vitamins
presence of internal parasites
presence of ectoparasites
sensitivity to some meals