Young
Golden Retriever With Hypothyroidism
Notice
the symmetrical hair loss and thin tail
Did You Know? Seizures
in dogs are often associated with low or borderline low thyroid
function. Thyroid values can vary considerably and vets interpret
results differently. Just as in people, symptoms of hypothyroidism
should weigh in heavily in the overall assessment of the pet. Hypothyroidism
is very common in middle aged dogs, but many dogs are undiagnosed. Symptoms
of hypothyroidism in dogs: lethargy, weight gain, symmetrical
hair loss or thinning hair especially on the tail, chronic ear and skin
infections, dull coat, slower heart rate, constipation, seizures and more. If
your dog is having seizures or any of these symptoms, ask your veterinarian
about testing your dog’s thyroid and confirm that the values are mid-range not
at the low end of "normal".
Dogs with hypothyroidism can
benefit from Amazing Omegas, a powerful omega 3 supplement, along with Power
Probiotic, AllerEaze and K9 Digestive Enzymes. Maintaining proper
digestive health and controlling food allergies is important as any signs of
stress can trigger seizures. Seizures can be triggered by allergies, stress and
gastrointestinal issues which is why it is so important to keep dogs with
hypothyroidism on a regular schedule, feeding them 3 daily meals with plenty of
exercise. To
learn more about how to help your dog with seizures, please read our
comprehensive article about holistic care for dogs with seizures.