Guest Myca Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 (edited) After taking Dangit back due to his high prey drive, I was shown a coming two year old who also passed the cat test. He has clean bald areas on his thighs, his back haunch, each side of muzzle. He has erupted skin with hair loss on belly, parts of back and tail. Should I keep looking? Does this sound like years of medical bills? Edited June 16, 2018 by Myca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 My first Greyhound came to me with bald thighs, neck and belly. Good food, salmon oil and 5 mg. of melatonin daily took care of that. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTRAWLD Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 (edited) Bald thighs (well bald places) are super common and nothing to worry about. Each side of the muzzle is a little different though. I wonder if it's from rubbing his racing muzzle on his face. Do you maybe have some pics? This might easily be cleared up though with a great diet, some Omega Oils, a nice bath and brush and a loving home! Sadly, he might never grow fur back on his legs, belly, etc., but the face as I said is a little different. Did you notice any dander? This is not surprising from a dog right off the track. "Erupted skin" also doesn't sound that great, but I would think it is something manageable once under control and he's got a full vet check. Hard to tell without seeing the legions/wounds. For what it's worth, I've had great luck with something called Dermoscent to help skin/fur. It's expensive, but the first box might really really help enough to get the skin healed up and fur growing in. Edited June 16, 2018 by XTRAWLD Quote Proudly owned by:10 year old "Ryder" CR Redman Gotcha May 201012.5 year old Angel "Kasey" Goodbye Kasey Gotcha July 2005-Aug 1, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Most of the time it's just kennel acne, and clears up on its own, or with a gentle otc skin cleanser. As long as he's eating well, not overly skinny (healthy), and his poops are good/ok, it shouldn't be a long term health issue. I know you feel a little snake bit right now, but don't go looking for problems that don't exist! There isn't a perfect dog! Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Myca Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Not looking for perfection. I have never seen a rash or hair loss pattern like that. So I looked it up first, saw the bald thigh and decided to inquire further here. I did not know if I should avoid it or not. I really like the puppy. He has personality plus! He is solid black. Very charming. Like Dangit is. We are going back to see him Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmdsmoxie Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 You might get some some answers about the dog here. Adopters are always on there asking about their new pup. https://www.facebook.com/groups/470273329733654/?ref=direct There are many breeders, kennel owners and trainers on this site. Usually someone knows the dogs posted. If you know the dogs racing name, or can find out the name, someone on that site might be able to tell you if the dog was like that at the farm or in the kennel. Good luck with your new pup. Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 (edited) Can you adopt conditional on your vet's examination of the dog? ETA: The way I read this, the concern isn't only the bald thighs, but the rash and bare patches in other areas also. Possibly easily cleared up as someone has suggested, but it's always good to know what you are dealing with up front, in order to make an informed decision. Edited June 17, 2018 by Rickiesmom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Carl had bald thighs, a vet suggested melatonin. It really worked, he ended up with a thick pelt on his neck, thighs filled in - not completely, but mostly, same with his chest. I have him at night, it never changed his energy level, etc. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoutsmom Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 FYI, There is a dog on here named "Buck" for "Buck-naked". Yes, his bum and thighs are fur-free, but he is a happy, healthy dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 Carl had bald thighs, a vet suggested melatonin. It really worked, he ended up with a thick pelt on his neck, thighs filled in - not completely, but mostly, same with his chest. I have him at night, it never changed his energy level, etc. Melatonin is like Rogaine for Greyhounds (and other breeds). If you stop giving it, the hair falls out again. Gave it to my first Grey for 11 years with no ill effects and am giving it to my present Grey for her bald thigh syndrome. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Myca Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 Wow, thanks for so much good information. I had no idea about Melatonin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTRAWLD Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 I didnt know about Melatonin either. Dosage? Quote Proudly owned by:10 year old "Ryder" CR Redman Gotcha May 201012.5 year old Angel "Kasey" Goodbye Kasey Gotcha July 2005-Aug 1, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted June 18, 2018 Share Posted June 18, 2018 I didnt know about Melatonin either. Dosage? I give 5 mg. daily at dinner. Just toss it in with her food. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Myca Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 If you did not see my other post, we brought the cat in only to find out Dally had been put on the list to be shipped to Canada. While we were there, we saw Dangit. They asked me if Dangit had any trouble 'with his back end.' He didn't at our house. When I went back there he jumped up as soon as he heard my voice and pressed against the kennel for scratches. Made me very sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 10 mg. per day. Do not use the flavored chewable ones, unless you are totally sure they DO NOT contain Xylitol!! Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgingrich Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 My girl had lots of thin areas (neck, chest) that filled in after I got her home and changed her food. Now has some baldness on her butt, but is healthy ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTRAWLD Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 If you did not see my other post, we brought the cat in only to find out Dally had been put on the list to be shipped to Canada. While we were there, we saw Dangit. They asked me if Dangit had any trouble 'with his back end.' He didn't at our house. When I went back there he jumped up as soon as he heard my voice and pressed against the kennel for scratches. Made me very sad. Awh. Quote Proudly owned by:10 year old "Ryder" CR Redman Gotcha May 201012.5 year old Angel "Kasey" Goodbye Kasey Gotcha July 2005-Aug 1, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Let ‘um be bald. Melatonin can in fact encourage hair re-growth but, I would be hesitant to use it when only for strictly cosmetic reasons. Melatonin is in fact a hormone and while a rather benign drug is not without side effects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Does this mean the pup you wanted to adopt is going to Canada? Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytXpctations Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Let ‘um be bald. Melatonin can in fact encourage hair re-growth but, I would be hesitant to use it when only for strictly cosmetic reasons. Melatonin is in fact a hormone and while a rather benign drug is not without side effects. One side effect is sleepiness. How would anyone tell with greyhounds?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 My two Greys have not experienced any side effects from melatonin. Although I do give it with dinner, it does not seem to cause sleepiness. Of course, I always consult our vet before I give any supplement or medication to my dogs. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytXpctations Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 My two Greys have not experienced any side effects from melatonin. Although I do give it with dinner, it does not seem to cause sleepiness. Of course, I always consult our vet before I give any supplement or medication to my dogs. I couldn't tell if it made mine sleepy. Is it just the regular 5mg melatonin that you can get in the people vitamin section? Just curious. Mine just have the regular kennel bald spots, except Hobbes who wasn't a track dog. He has a full coat everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 (edited) I couldn't tell if it made mine sleepy. Is it just the regular 5mg melatonin that you can get in the people vitamin section? Just curious. Mine just have the regular kennel bald spots, except Hobbes who wasn't a track dog. He has a full coat everywhere. Our vet says large dogs like ours can take up to 6 mg. I give 5 mg. of Solgar brand melatonin which can be purchased just about anywhere that sells vitamins including Amazon. I use Solgar because my own doctor recommends the brand. My dogs both had typical Greyhound bald necks and thighs which resolved with good diet, grooming and melatonin. Edited June 20, 2018 by LaFlaca Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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