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About Karen Brittan
Expertise
I have been showing miniature schnauzers in conformation, obedience, and earthdog for forty years, and am a professional dog groomer. I am not a veterinarian and cannot answer questions of a veterinary nature. However, I can give my opinion or share some experiences on some health issues. Everyone should remember that this is a volunteer service, and few of us are up late into the night. Medical emergencies require a veterinary visit, or at least a telephone call... not an internet question which might not be viewed and answered until hours later. If your dog is sick or injured, it should be seen by a licensed professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Experience
I have taught obedience classes and have taught people how to groom for many years.

Learn more about me and my dogs: http://britmorschnauzers.com

Organizations
Member of: American Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Obedience Training Club; Elk River Kennel Club; Minnesota Professional Pet Groomers Association; Greater Twin Cities Earthdog Club.

Education/Credentials
Fifty-one years of living with, observing, and training dogs, along with numerous seminars during that time.

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Dogs - Bald spots on my puppy

Expert: Karen Brittan - 10/28/2009

Question
My puppy is a 7 month old peek-a-poo. She is up to date on all of her shots but I have recently discovered that she is balding on the back of her legs. What could this be from? Is this serious? I have tried to research it as much as possible but I can not find any useful information. Thanks in advance!

Answer
This could be any number of things from hypothyroidism to some sort of skin disorder caused by ringworm or mites, or practically a zillion things in-between. She needs to be seen by a veterinarian for a diagnosis to be made.

http://www.lowchensaustralia.com/health/hairloss.htm

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