What are the brown spots on my dogs belly?
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What are the brown spots on my dogs belly?
If your dog has dark spots on their belly that have been increasing in size, or are bothersome to your dog, it is best to have them examined by a vet. These spots can be caused by a wide range of things including allergies, yeast infections, or even small cysts, scabs or tumors.
Why does my dog’s skin have spots?
They are most commonly found on a dog’s head, hips, or chest, and often feel hot to the touch. Hot spots can result from a wide range of conditions, including infections, allergies, insect bites, or excessive licking and chewing
Is it normal for dogs to get dark spots?
A: Sometimes these dark patches can be normal. They can occur in areas of friction (under legs, armpits) or they can be normal pigmentation in your dog’s skin that occurs with age. Dogs with severe skin allergies can develop black patches but the skin in that area is thick, itchy, and almost like elephant skin.
Why does my dog have a brown spot on his leg?
Most instances of dark or black colored spots on the skin of dogs are hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation occurs when there is an increase in dark pigmentation of the skin. The pigment of skin cells is what gives the skin its color. The substance in these cells that make this color is called melanin.
Why does my dog suddenly have brown spots on her belly?
Age spots in your dog are caused by a buildup of excess melanin in the skin. Melanin causes increased pigmentation in areas. Age spots are also sometimes called liver spots, although there is no connection to liver health and the appearance of these variations in color.
Why does my dog have spots on her belly?
Fleas, Mites and Ticks Your dog’s belly rash may be the result of bites from fleas, mites, ticks and other insects. Flea saliva is an especially potent cause of allergic reaction in dogs leading to everything from itchy red bumps to hot spots and hair loss.