Bella's hair is still thinning

[guliverandmaya]

Hi.
I noticed 6 months ago or so that Bella's hair around her nose is thinning
Out, and I also noticed that she liked to scratch herself on the carpet occasionally, so I started monitoring that and got her to stop doing that. (She doesn't have any medical issues, it was just a habit) but her hair is still thin.
I dont know why it's happening and I am very worried that she might get bold!

Anyone here experienced a similar issue who can share?

PS- she doesn't have allergies, her eyes are very clean, I brush her teeth on a regular basis. I am using baby shampoo when I bath her which I always did and didn't have issues. Maybe it's the shampoo?

Thanks!

[Wylie's Mom]

Why are you stopping her from itching herself...? If she needs to itch, I'd let her do it - it's the only way that 1) she can get relief and 2) you can actually see how bad this really is.

How do you know she doesn't have allergies? Bc her eyes are 'clean'? The eyes may have no effects whatsoever during allergies.

I'd be thinking enviro allergies as they're so incredibly common in yorkies.

[canana]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

How do you know she doesn't have allergies? Bc her eyes are 'clean'? The eyes may have no effects whatsoever during allergies.

I'd be thinking enviro allergies as they're so incredibly common in yorkies.

First thing that came to my mind was allergies as well. Has her food/diet changed recently? Maybe it's too hot/dry...have you cranked up the heating through the winter? How old is Bella? Is this her first winter?

If she has dry skin, you can try giving her very small amounts of unprocessed, organic coconut oil. It works wonders for the skin (for dogs and humans).

I'm not sure about using baby shampoo for dogs. It seems some people who have had dogs for years have always used people shampoo for their dogs, without issues. I personally stick to the dog products for dogs.

[buddybear]

Has her food changed?

I use doggie shampoo and conditioner that my groomer uses. Are you bathing her too often?

Maybe you need a humidifier in the house. The coconut oil is wonderful, I agree.

Good luck.

[guliverandmaya]

Thanks so much for your great ideas! I bought coconut oil however it's a white pasty thing. Do I just mix it with their food or do I need to heat it? I gave them a little bit of that and both liked it which is awesome.

Thanks again, I love this wonderful forum!

[lmk0451]

Please let me know if the coconut oil helps. Blossom always had thin hair but since she was spayed her coat is worse, not sure there is a connection.

[YB 2]

You can make treats with the oil mix it with their food or just give it to them in a spoon they love it! It has tons of health benefits for his humans and dogs. I also like to rub some on their pads for moisture works great!

[canana]

Originally Posted by guliverandmaya

Thanks so much for your great ideas! I bought coconut oil however it's a white pasty thing. Do I just mix it with their food or do I need to heat it? I gave them a little bit of that and both liked it which is awesome.

Thanks again, I love this wonderful forum!

You can feed it however the pup will take it. I personally melt a little on my fingers and Scottie will luck it right off. It's like a treat for him! He goes crazy for it. Just make sure to start with very little, to avoid any upset stomach.