Females can get post partum alopecia (hair loss). This is usually do to the stage of hair cycle when puppies were born. This usually occurs 6-9 weeks after pregnancy and hair will return in a few weeks to months. Increases in progesterone and estrogen can cause hair loss. There are other endocrine problems that can lead to alopecia.
Also dermal parasites like mites and ringworm should be ruled out.
Have your dog examined by a veterinarian for examination, bloodwork, and skin tests. You want to make sure she is healthy enough to nurse these pups and also doesn't have any thing contagious to the puppies.
Also dermal parasites like mites and ringworm should be ruled out.
Have your dog examined by a veterinarian for examination, bloodwork, and skin tests. You want to make sure she is healthy enough to nurse these pups and also doesn't have any thing contagious to the puppies.
