Parasitic and infectious causes
Demodex and Sarcoptes mites destroy hair follicles. Ringworm fungus creates circular bald patches. Both are treatable with prescription medication.
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My Dog Is Losing Hair — Online Vet Assessment
Bald patches, thinning coat, or excessive shedding can signal allergies, parasites, or hormonal disease. Get a same-day expert diagnosis and targeted treatment.
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Understanding canine hair loss
Expert online help when your dog is losing hair
Licensed vet inspects coat pattern, skin, and lesions on video
Same-day prescriptions for mange, ringworm, and skin infections
Allergy and hormonal disease screening guidance
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Medicated shampoo and supplement recommendations
Referral for skin scraping or bloodwork when indicated
Seasonal shedding is normal for double-coated breeds. Hair loss that creates bald patches, thinning along the flanks, or a dull brittle coat suggests an underlying skin or hormonal condition that benefits from veterinary treatment.
TelaVets veterinarians evaluate alopecia distribution, skin appearance, and itching level on camera, then prescribe ivermectin for mange, antifungals for ringworm, Apoquel for allergies, or coordinate thyroid and adrenal testing.
Signs to watch for when your dog is hair loss
- Bald patches or symmetrical thinning
- Hair loss with intense itching
- Hair loss without itching (hormonal pattern)
- Red, scaly, or crusty skin under lost hair
- Circular lesions (ringworm pattern)
- Thin skin and pot-bellied appearance
- Hair loss on the tail and hindquarters
- Dull, brittle coat that breaks easily
Common causes of hair loss in dogs
- Atopic dermatitis (allergies)
- Demodectic mange
- Sarcoptic mange
- Ringworm (fungal infection)
- Hypothyroidism
- Cushing's disease
- Bacterial pyoderma
- Pressure sores (large breeds)
Why is my dog hair loss?
Alopecia pattern — itchy vs. non-itchy, patchy vs. symmetrical — is the most important diagnostic clue. Our vets use it to guide treatment and testing.
Allergic skin disease
Environmental and food allergies cause inflammation that damages hair follicles. Itching and hair loss often affect paws, belly, ears, and face.
Endocrine alopecia
Hypothyroidism causes symmetrical thinning along the trunk and tail. Cushing's disease thins the coat and enlarges the abdomen. Both require blood testing to diagnose.
How our vets assess this online
Many hair loss cases are diagnosed through pattern recognition on video. Our vets identify when in-clinic skin scraping, culture, or bloodwork is needed.
- Hair loss distribution and symmetry assessed on video
- Presence and severity of itching evaluated
- Skin lesions — scale, crust, redness — inspected on camera
- Breed, age, and prior skin disease history reviewed
- Recommendation for skin scraping, fungal culture, or thyroid panel
Treatments we may recommend
Most hair loss is reversible with correct treatment. Mange clears in weeks; allergic disease needs ongoing management; hormonal alopecia responds to thyroid or adrenal therapy.
Ivermectin or isoxazoline for demodectic and sarcoptic mange
Prescription antifungal (itraconazole) for ringworm
Apoquel or Cytopoint for allergic hair loss
Medicated shampoo (chlorhexidine, ketoconazole)
Oral antibiotics for bacterial pyoderma
Thyroid supplementation for hypothyroidism
Prescription hypoallergenic diet for food allergy alopecia
All medications are prescribed only when clinically appropriate by a licensed veterinarian and dispensed through our FDA-compliant pharmacy.
Maintaining a healthy coat in your dog
Use year-round flea and mite prevention
Feed a balanced diet with adequate omega-3 fatty acids
Manage allergies proactively to prevent secondary hair loss
Schedule annual thyroid screening for at-risk breeds
Keep bedding clean and dry to prevent fungal growth
Why pet parents choose TelaVets
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Most pet parents are connected with a vet within 1–3 hours of booking, 7 days a week.
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When medication is appropriate, prescriptions are issued same-day and delivered to your door next business day.
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Your pet is assessed in their calm home environment, which often makes symptoms easier to evaluate on video.
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Encrypted video calls and HIPAA-compliant records keep your pet's health information protected.
How TelaVets works
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Pick a same-day or upcoming slot — appointments available 7 days a week.
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What Our Pet Parents Say
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"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."
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David Long
Verified Pet Parent
"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."
CH
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"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"
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Maria
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"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"
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Jackie Gardner
Verified Pet Parent
"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."
LD
Lara Durand
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"
WW
Wanida Walker
Verified Pet Parent
"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"
AT
Amanda Tobias
Verified Pet Parent
"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"
JH
Jana Humble
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."
MK
Marilyn Kerr
Verified Pet Parent
"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."
DL
David Long
Verified Pet Parent
"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."
CH
Courtney Hughes
Verified Pet Parent
"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"
M
Maria
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"
JG
Jackie Gardner
Verified Pet Parent
"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."
LD
Lara Durand
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"
WW
Wanida Walker
Verified Pet Parent
"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"
AT
Amanda Tobias
Verified Pet Parent
"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"
JH
Jana Humble
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."
MK
Marilyn Kerr
Verified Pet Parent
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Frequently asked questions about hair loss in dogs
hair loss in dogs can have many causes. Our licensed vets use your pet's history, symptom pattern, and a visual assessment via video to narrow down the most likely cause and recommend appropriate treatment.
If your dog's hair loss has lasted more than 24–48 hours, is severe, or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms (lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting), book a consultation immediately.
Yes. Our vets can assess your dog's symptoms via secure video, ask detailed diagnostic questions, and prescribe appropriate treatment — all without a clinic visit.
If medication is clinically appropriate, our licensed vets can issue prescriptions same-day with next-day delivery to your home.
Mild hair loss often isn't an emergency, but if your dog shows severe distress, difficulty breathing, collapse, or other alarming signs, seek emergency in-person care immediately. When in doubt, book a consultation — our vets will help you assess the urgency.
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