Hypothyroidism commonly occurs in dogs that are of medium to large build ranging in ages between 4 and 10 years. Spayed or neutered dogs are commonly affected by hypothyroidism. The illness causes a dog’s thyroid to decrease in production or stop in production of the T3 (liothyronine) and T4 (levothyroxine) hormones. These hormones are needed to maintain the metabolism. Without them the metabolism slows and can cause a variety of symptoms like lethargy, weakness, and weight gain, etc. It is believed that the thyroid’s inability to produce these hormones can be caused by congenital disease, iodine deficiency, cancer, or even an after-affect of medical treatment or even surgery. Additional symptoms of illness can include hair loss or excessive shedding, poor hair growth, mental dullness, intolerance to cold, seizures, infertility and more. If you think your dog has this illness, please consult with your pet clinic Bend, OR. To know more, visit https://www.westsidepethospitalbend.com/.
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