Hair loss

[HollieS]

One of my piggies has recently started to lose hair on her sides. The skin isn’t inflamed or red and there’s no signs of scratching so I don’t think it’s mites. My others have no issues either and are perfectly fine. I’ve noticed she’s lost weight too even though her appetite is still the same as it always has. She seems fine in herself, no lethargy it’s just the hair loss. Any ideas? I was thinking maybe a hormone issue.

 

[Piggies&buns]

It could be hormonal - ovarian cysts. You will need to have her seen by a vet

Sows: Behaviour and female health problems (including ovarian cysts)

How much weight has she lost? Be prepared to step in with syringe feeding

Weight - Monitoring and Management
Complete Syringe Feeding Guide

 

[My Piggies]

It could be many things, including hormone issues such as ovarian cysts. It's best to take her to a vet so they can make a diagnosis, and prescribe medication if needed.

 

[HollieS]

It could be hormonal - ovarian cysts. You will need to have her seen by a vet

Sows: Behaviour and female health problems (including ovarian cysts)

How much weight has she lost? Be prepared to step in with syringe feeding

Weight - Monitoring and Management
Complete Syringe Feeding Guide

Thanks

 

[Merab]

Let us know what the vet says.