Getting Dog Hair for Diagnosis (IMAGE) University of Veterinary Medicine -- Vienna Caption Dog hair is used to diagnose hyperadrenocorticism. Credit Photo: Ouschan/Vetmeduni Vienna Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.