German Pinscher
Mandated by Pinscher-Schnauzer-Klub 1895 e.V. (PSK)
Farbverdünnungsalopezie · Blue Dog Syndrome · Color Mutant Alopecia · Farbmutantenalopezie · Blue Doberman Syndrome · Dilute Alopecia · Color Dilution Alopecia · Blue Dog Disease · Follikuläre Dysplasie · Black Hair Follicular Dysplasia · Schwarzhaarfollikel-Dysplasie · Canine follicular dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia is a genetic skin disorder that affects dogs with diluted coat colors, such as blue, fawn, or lilac. It is caused by an abnormal distribution of pigment within the hair shafts, which makes the hair brittle and prone to breaking. This structural weakness leads to progressive hair loss and leaves the skin more vulnerable to irritation.
Owners typically notice thinning hair or bald patches along the dog's back, with symptoms usually appearing between six months and three years of age. The affected skin can also become dry, flaky, and prone to itchy, bumpy bacterial infections.
There is no cure, but the condition can be managed long-term with specialized shampoos, moisturizing skin care, and antibiotics for secondary infections. Lifetime management costs typically range from €1,000 to €3,500.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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