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Why is my dog shedding a lot and has thin hair after moving to a new climate?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 1 year and 10 months old

We moved from southeast Michigan, to southeast texas. Cinder has been shedding a ton, I haven't changed her diet, she gets load more of outside time now though. But her hair is so thin now, and it's still shedding way more than she did in Michigan , is that because of the temperature change? Or something else.

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on November 15th, 2017

Well, it certainly could just be the temperature change, but here is what I would look for. If she is itchy, any bald spots or scabs, any redness or odor to the skin. Any hair loss around the head. If you see any of these signs then I would definitely recommend an examination by a veterinarian. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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