My dog's belly skin is black. Is it from eating avocados?

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Both of our dogs have black underbelly skin. Is this a concern. They have been eating avocados that have been falling from the tree—not mature fruit— self thinning of tree. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 15 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for posting! Darkening of the skin can be a normal aging change in dogs or can occur secondary to a skin infection or allergies. Avocados, while toxic to certain animals, are not poisonous to dogs. Mild to moderate stomach upset can occur, however. If you are still concerned with the darkening skin, you may visit your veterinarian to have a skin infection or allergies ruled out. I hope this helps and thanks again for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

My dog's belly skin is black. Is it from eating avocados?

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