I have a:DogCatBoth
Search:

Expert Q&A

Back to Expert Advice

Endocrine Diseases

RESULTS 1-8 OF 8

I have a chocolate labrador retriever that was put on a strict diet a couple of months ago. All she eats is a bowl of Fit and Trim each day. I noticed that her hair is thinning. I can see her skin through her fur. Could this be a vitamin deficiency of some sort? Or related to the Fit and Trim?

Read Answer

I would like information on Addison’s disease.

Read Answer

My dog's hair is thinning (with black hair you can see his skin) and he seems to be a bit overweight. I have asked my veternarian but she said not too worry. He has almost no hair left on his stomach. Could this be the result of hypothyroid?

Read Answer

What would cause my dog to suddenly be hungry all the time?

Read Answer

My 9 year old Lahsa Apso was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism and is taking medication two times a day. Will this shorten her life? Her symptoms were hair loss and unexplained weight gain. She is not scratching but I notice some areas of her skin are grayish colored and rough feeling. Will she get better in time, or worse?

Read Answer

My 2-yr. old Golden retriever is losing his hair on his undercoat and front of his legs. The vet suspects thyroid disease. We want a second opinion. What do you think?

Read Answer

What is a good commercial dog food for a senior diabetic?

Read Answer

We just found out that our 9-year-old yellow lab is diabetic. We feed her a diet made with beef and rice. Is there any hidden sugar? Also, what is a good treat?

Read Answer

RESULTS 1-8 OF 8