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Why is my puppy losing hair? Is excessive shedding normal for puppies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 2 months and 3 days old | 3.5 lbs

What are the reasons of hairfall?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2018

Shedding is a normal process in most fur animals, puppies have a temporary coat that gradually changes until they are around 6 months of age. there could be many reasons for abnormal hairfall such as various skin diseases (parasites, infections, allergies) but hairfall is usually normal and seasonal.

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