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My dog's white butt hair is turning brown/orange. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Parson Russell Terrier | Male | unneutered | 11 years and 1 month old | 20 lbs

The hair round by dog’s annus is changing from white to Brown/Orange is this something to be concerned about?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 3rd, 2018

This could be salivary staining if he has been licking the area around his anus. It might also be staining from feces. If the anal area looks normal and he doesn’t seem bothered (no licking or scooting) it may not be anything to be concerned about. Posting a picture could help us better determine what’s going on as well.

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