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My dog's black fur is turning brown. Why is this happening again?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 23 days old | 15 lbs

some portion of my dog's black fur is turning brown, it already happened before but it turned black again, now it's occuring for the second time. what is it?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on May 27th, 2019

Injury/insult to follicles, sun exposure and inappropriate nutrition can all result in pigment changes to the fur. I recommend to have Coulson examined by his veterinarian to look for injury/insult and to discuss his diet to make sure it is balanced and complete. Best of luck.

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