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I have a pomeranian poodle mix breed who has a significant amount of hair loss. A vet told me to try melatonin (over the counter). However, the bottle says it helps with sleep disorder. Is this safe for my dog?

Submitted: 13 days and 13 hours ago.

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Pet's Gender: Female
Pet's Age: 12
Type of Animal: pomapoo (dog)

Already Tried:
Lots of blood work is showing no particular disorder. No itching. Just lots of hairloss. Exposed skin turned very dark.

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Hello and thank you for your question.

Melatonin is used in dogs, however I have seen it used to control anxiety, and sleeplessness.I have no experience with using it for the problem you have described.

This drug may make her sleepy so follow the dose recommended by your veterinarian.
Melatonine has no other known side effects other then the mild sedation and is considered safe.

Here is a link discussing the common uses and recommend dosage in dogs.
http://www.petplace.com/drug-library/melatonin-melatonex/page1.aspx

Please let me know if I can be of additional assistance.

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I have a pomeranian poodle mix breed who has a significant amount of hair loss. A vet told me to try melatonin (over the counter). However, the bottle says it helps with sleep disorder. Is this safe for my dog?

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Pet's Gender: FemalePet's Age: 12Type of Animal: pomapoo (dog) Already Tried: Lots of blood work is showing no particular disorder. No itching. Just lots of hairloss. Exposed skin turned very dark.

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