Definition of TORUS. 1. : a large molding of convex profile commonly occurring as the lowest molding in the base of a column.2. : the thickening of a membrane closing a wood-cell pit (as of gymnosperm tracheids) having the secondary cell wall arched over the pit cavity.3.efinition of TORUS. 1. : a large molding of convex profile commonly occurring as the lowest molding in the base of a column. 2. : the thickening of a membrane closing a wood-cell pit (as of gymnosperm tracheids) having the secondary cell wall arched over the pit cavity. 3.
Artranq/iStock/Getty Images. Outdoor dogs generally shed most in April and May and have a second shedding season before winter, in August, September or October, depending on the climate. Some dogs blow their coat in a fairly rapid, massive shedding and others shed more gradually.
What Causes Excessive Shedding In Dogs? All dogs shed (except American Hairless Terriers, as they are physically incapable due to their hairlessness). Most of the dogs shed year round, though some âblow their coatâ seasonally, once or twice a year. If your dog is shedding excessively, there could be a number of factors including allergies, hormonal imbalances, and nutrition deficiencies. 1.Excessive shedding due to Allergies: The hair of your dog could be falling out due to an allergic reaction to any of the following: 1  An allergy to a single ingredient in a canned or kibble food can cause hair loss.  Something in the environment such as a dog bed, or a household cleaner.