Sun exposure gives my dog red skin and pale spots. Is it normal?

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My blue pitbull loves laying in the sun. Sometimes her skin gets a bit red. She has been getting pale spots on her belly & they seem to be increasing in quantity the more she lays in the sun. Is this anything I should be worried about? Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 4 years and 7 months old | 170 lbs

Lauren M. Jones, VMD · Accepted Answer

As long as Shadow's skin changes are not causing her discomfort, redness, scabbing or overall irritation, they look like a normal pigment variation in the picture. Dogs can get sunburnt from laying in the sun, just like people. If she spends excessive time in the sun, consider a pet sunscreen ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=26838 ), but try to avoid letting Shadow lick it off. I hope that all goes well!

Sun exposure gives my dog red skin and pale spots. Is it normal?

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