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Re: [pyrnet] coat blowing in Dec.
On 11 Dec 2009 at 17:18, Bluebonnet wrote:
> Dart will be one next week. He has suddenly started blowing his
> coat. Is it just his age, or does he seriously have his seasons
> mixed up?
It depends on where you live and your climate. Last year in December my 4 year old female
had a serious blow....alas, we are in Northern NM with very cold temps, so out of order.
When she did not immediately start putting on new coat, we did a Thyroid Panel and she was
extremely low thyroid. Started her on supplements and this year she is a beasty with a full
coat. :) Age one seems to me to be a bit early to show thyroid issues, but depends on what
the breeding is of your boy. If he does not start putting on new coat shortly, then I would
recommend a trip to the vet for a COMPLETE Thyroid Panel.
Judith
Taos, New Mexico
jsmiller@newmex.com
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