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MY DOG IS 6 YRS. OLD .AFTER HAVING HER GROOMED SHOT FOR THE SUMMER HIS HIND PART HAIR IS NOT GROWING IN LIKE THE REST.

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This is common in Poms that have the hyperadrenal syndrome.  It can take 6 months for the hair to regrow. This is also called post-clipping alopecia, if you want to read more about it in the internet.  If it does not come back, ask your vet to check for this hyperadrenal syndrome.

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Dr. Louis N. Gotthelf

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Dermatology and ear diseases of dogs and cats

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I am the author of "Small Animal Ear Diseases; An Illustrated Guide" published by W.B. Saunders. I have over 25 years of clinical experience with a special interest in dermatologic conditions and ear diseases.

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American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology

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Veterinary Forum
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