Alopecia X in dogs
A poorly understood hormonal hair-loss condition, often seen in plush-coated breeds, where fur is progressively lost from the body while the head and legs are usually spared. The skin may darken but the dog is otherwise well.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Alopecia X, including Pomeranian. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.2 to 12.2 years.
Alopecia X 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 X 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 X (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.