Clinical signs of hyperadrenocorticism

Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s syndrome) is usually seen in the older dog. Initially the signs may be attributed to normal ageing.

A dog with hyperadrenocorticism will often:

• Drink large amounts
• Urinate frequently
• Eat ravenously
• Have a “pot belly”
• Have thin skin and hair loss
• Develop muscle wasting
• Be lethargic

A dog may not necessarily have all of these symptoms.