Alopecia in dogs
Partial or complete hair loss, either patchy or widespread, caused by problems affecting the skin or hair follicles. Depending on the underlying cause it can leave the skin exposed, itchy or prone to infection.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Alopecia, including Curly Coated Retriever. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.2 to 12.2 years.
Alopecia in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- skin condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Alopecia is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Alopecia (1), ranked by health score
Related skin conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.