{"id":4824,"date":"2024-11-11T13:12:28","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T13:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/?p=4824"},"modified":"2025-10-31T13:31:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T13:31:25","slug":"thyroid-in-dogs-canine-hypothyroidism-signs-diagnosis-treatment-and-outcome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/dogs\/thyroid-in-dogs-canine-hypothyroidism-signs-diagnosis-treatment-and-outcome\/","title":{"rendered":"Thyroid in Dogs: Canine Hypothyroidism – Signs, Diagnosis, Treatment and Management"},"content":{"rendered":"

The thyroid gland in dogs is located in the neck region, much like humans. The gland (thyroid) secretes a hormone called thyroxine that\u2019s involved in metabolism and several other functions involving multiple glands. When the hormone is secreted in lower quantities, experts call the condition hypothyroidism and pet parents often refer to it as thyroid in dogs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Thyroid in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Thyroid in dogs is a very common hormonal imbalance<\/a>. Hypothyroidism or thyroid in dogs refers to the lower than normal production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Since the thyroid hormone controls the metabolism rate, lower levels of the thyroid hormone can disrupt multiple organ functions resulting in lethargy, weight gain, hair loss and skin issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes Thyroid in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Hypothyroidism or thyroid in dogs caused by the shrinking or inflammation of the thyroid gland. The most common reason for this is autoimmune thyroiditis<\/a>. Which means, the immune system of the dog\u2019s body attacks the thyroid gland that results in its destruction and inflammation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hypothyroidism in dogs is a progressive disease and it results in lower thyroid hormone levels in the system. Iodine deficiency is a common cause of hypothyroidism in dogs who are on homemade meals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Note: Dogs on high-quality commercial diets<\/a> are less likely to suffer from hypothyroidism caused by the deficiency of iodine.<\/i><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the Signs of Thyroid in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hypothyroidism or thyroid in dogs can be sneaky in the starting phases. However, it is a chronic and progressive disease, so dogs with hypothyroidism show signs that involve multiple organ systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Here are the common signs of thyroid in dogs –<\/span><\/p>\n