female tail hair falling out

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sbadger
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female tail hair falling out

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Have a female had pups 4 weeks ago and about 4 inchs down on her tail her hair is falling out
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hounddog
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Re: female tail hair falling out

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I have seen this with quite a few females after having pups. I have two right now that are just getting their hair back after weaning them from pups a few weeks ago. Stress seems to be the factor here. No need to worry.

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sbadger
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Re: female tail hair falling out

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Thank you that puts my mind at ease
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