| Hypothyroidism |
Hypothyroidism in dogs is a disorder where thyroid hormone is not produced in the needed
quantities. Quality of life is not life threatening, and treatment is easy with medication.
Signs may be any or a combination of the following; gaining weight on the same amount of
food, hair loss, or slower hair growth, flaky skin, and lethargy.
Thyroid is most commonly diagnosed after age two, and is more common in Goldens and
Dobermans, as well as some other breeds. The University of Minnesota is doing research
on this disorder at this time.
Hypothyroidism is easy to detect, but there are some instances when the results may be
inaccurate due to Cushings Disease or use of cortisteroids.
Treatment is given once or twice a day, and correct treatment is determined by the behavior
of the dog. Excess thirst & urination, over-excitement, agitation and weight loss can be
signs of too much medication, and with too little medication no improvement will
be seen.
quantities. Quality of life is not life threatening, and treatment is easy with medication.
Signs may be any or a combination of the following; gaining weight on the same amount of
food, hair loss, or slower hair growth, flaky skin, and lethargy.
Thyroid is most commonly diagnosed after age two, and is more common in Goldens and
Dobermans, as well as some other breeds. The University of Minnesota is doing research
on this disorder at this time.
Hypothyroidism is easy to detect, but there are some instances when the results may be
inaccurate due to Cushings Disease or use of cortisteroids.
Treatment is given once or twice a day, and correct treatment is determined by the behavior
of the dog. Excess thirst & urination, over-excitement, agitation and weight loss can be
signs of too much medication, and with too little medication no improvement will
be seen.
