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crusty eats and nose and loosing weight

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Question
My gp has recently started to loose weight.  We keep alfalfa hay in one corner and pellets in another corner.  My gp is about 3 months old.  We put vitamin treats in her bowl about three times a week and romaine lettuce in about twice a week.  Please help, I don't want to loose her.

Answer
I take it by crusty eats you meant ears, in this case it could be a fungal infection.
None of the things you told me really fit together perfectly, so I will give you a few things to look out for:
- hair loss
- dragging back feet
- sunken/cloudy eyes
If you notice any of these, contact me or a vet again the moment you notice it, as it may lead to something serious.

Possibly try changing, bedding or type of lettuce you feed her, as it could have a pesticide on it.

Megan