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"Molly" the hairless calf I thought I would update this post for anyone who is interested in the outcome. About 3 years ago "Molly" was orphaned at birth, became very sick, lost ALL her hair and nearly died. I spent hours by her side, forcing her to drink, giving her electrolytes, rubbing...

Hi! Calves often lose hair in response to stress on their little bodies, particularly if they have been sick with a high fever. If there is already new hair growth underneath, and if your calf is otherwise alert and healthy then the worst is already over. The old hair may continue to fall out...

She is indeed a purebred Kelpie. 10 months old and more energy than she knows what to do with. She is fiercely protective of the little calf. Are you a fan of the breed?

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=PbEWJrEtECIC&pg=PA314&lpg=PA314&ots=ePpyrx5hJM&dq=effluvium+cattle&output=html_text I looked up Effluvium as recommended. and found this article on Anagen Defluxion which sounds like a possibility. Basically hair loss following illness/fever as a few of you...

Skin is dry but smooth where hair is missing. No lesions or scales.

6 week old orphaned calf losing all her hair. Skin is dry and flaky but no spots or lesions. Calf is otherwise healthy with good energy and appetite. Was sick for a few days at 3 weeks old but pulled through except for the ongoing hair loss which has spread over approx %75 of her body and is...