Addison's Disease in Dogs

Insufficient adrenal hormones cause Addison's disease in dogs. Signs may fluctuate and resemble other illnesses; an ACTH stimulation test helps confirm the diagnosis in the appropriate clinical setting.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.