My dog's stomach spots are fading. Is this normal for a healthy dog?

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My jack Russell had spots on his stomach and they are fading away. He's about three years old, healthy and playful. What could be the reason and what kind of test should I do to see if theres something wrong? We live in Israel and im a vet tech. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | neutered | 3 years and 3 months old | 23 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Gola. The dark spots on his belly appear to be normal pigment changes. This is common in white haired dogs. There will be multiple darker spots on the belly. The spots can grow, change and fade as the dog ages. They are flat with the skin, there is no redness and they do not bother the dog. If this seems to be the case for him, testing should not be needed. This is not a cause for concern. If the bumps are itchy or develop scabs, then this is different and could indicate an infection. I hope this information helps!

My dog's stomach spots are fading. Is this normal for a healthy dog?

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