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Why is my dog itching, losing hair, and shaking from anxiety?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 30 lbs

What can this be? Bringing bud to the vet tomorrow. Has been itching, hair falling out, has the anxiety shakes, however he is a very anxious dog.

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on May 21st, 2019

It’s hard to say from a picture. It could be a bruise or abrasion, rash, or infection. The vet will take a close look at all of Tobi’s skin and hopefully create a treatment that help with the skin (if needed) and anxiety.

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