FC-10 Adult-Onset Hair Loss in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: A Clinical and Histological Study

A study on adult-onset hair loss in Chesapeake Bay retrievers involved 10 dogs, revealing that the condition might be linked to abnormal adrenal sex hormone production. The dogs, aged 1.5 to 10 years, exhibited hair loss on specific body areas but were otherwise healthy. Hormonal tests showed normal thyroid and insulin-like growth factor-1 levels, but some dogs had increased adrenal hormone levels. Histopathological analysis indicated changes similar to canine flank alopecia and follicular dysplasia. The study suggested a potential endocrine disorder as the cause, with further research needed to explore genetic factors and treatment options.