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Why is my Jack Russell's hair thinning on her chest and legs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 4 years and 2 months old | 13 lbs

My jack Russell is a 4year old female her hair seems to be thinning on her chest and legs

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 7th, 2017

Hi there and thank you for using Pet Coach! The cause of hair thinning could be from multiple causes. Allergies, metabolic disease, skin infection, hair coat thinning due to temperature change, etc. are all possibilities. I would recommend using a shampoo such as Douxo PS Calm shampoo. I would also recommend using Welactin Omega 3 fish oil and essential 6 spot on by dermoscent. I hope this helps! If the hair thinning worsens or does not improve, I would recommend having your vet take a look at Twixie for further diagnostic and treatment recommendations.

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