Dogs Lips Losing Colour

joansgirl

Is that a chocolate Lab OMO? Wow, fun times ahead. She looks gorgeous.


Don't know about the pale skin. My friends chocolate Lab is a bit pink round his nose and mouth too but I've not looked at him close enough to be able to tell if it's similar to yours.

Lequirk_2

I don't have an explanation, but i can tell you that this happened with my first dog, who lived to a ripe old age and never exhibited any other symptoms. On vet visits for booster jabs etc, vets paid no heed to it and they regularly checked my dogs teeth and gums.

Lequirk_2

P.s. Of course, that being said, your dog could have something wrong i suppose. And if you are concerned, then perhaps you should pay the vet a visit.

P.p.s. Gorgeous dog you have there!

meritaten

Own_My_Own wrote: »

Really don't think I will be posting on this board again. I have never met such rude abrupt people in my life.

They haven't been rude OMO, they have answered you. yes the replies have been short - but we cant give vetinarary advice on here.
I too would suggest taking the dog to the vets. I just hope I am doing it nicely enough for you?

meritaten

Paradigm wrote: »

Nope. I think post #4 did it??

Good grief! that's rude? Abrupt certainly, OMO must lead a sheltered life on MSE if that is considered rude!

Paradigm

meritaten wrote: »

Good grief! that's rude? Abrupt certainly, OMO must lead a sheltered life on MSE if that is considered rude!

takes all sorts

krlyr

There are quite a few causes of pigmentatin loss in dogs. I would agree that a vet is your best bet, even with experience of it ourselves, the best members could do is take a guess at one of the possible causes.

http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/pigmentation-problems-nose-dogs and http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/skin/c_dg_dermatoses_depigmenting_disorders#.UsCTM7TDtcA may be worth a read in the meantime but I'd definately book her in to see a vet

phill99

Paradigm wrote: »

Nope. I think post #4 did it??

Yes I am abrupt. Especially when it comes to health and welfare of animals.

I am astonished that people own pets but prefer to seek medical advice from random but well meaning strangers rather than seeking proper veterinary advice.

If people can't afford vets bills or insurance, then I have to question whether they should own pets.

The dog can't speak, can't tell you if there is a problem or if it's ill. You therefore need to seek advice from someone that can speak for the animal.

There maybe nothing wrong at all, but I wouldn't question seeking advice from a vet. The consultation might cost £40, but to the animal it maybe the best £40 you ever spend.

pawsies

phill99 wrote: »

If people can't afford vets bills or insurance, then I have to question whether they should own pets.

I think the dog would rather be with his owner than put in a shelter with no company?

Mental health is just as important as physical health!

cavework

What type of feeding bowl are you using ?
Plastic Dish Nasal Dermatitis

This is a localized form of depigmentation that affects the nose and lips. It is caused by eating out of plastic and rubber dishes that contain the chemical p-benzylhydroquinone. This chemical is absorbed through the skin and inhibits the synthesis of melanin, the substance that produces dark pigment in the skin. The involved skin may also become irritated and inflamed.
Treatment:The problem can be corrected by switching to glass, ceramic, or stainless steel bowls for all the dog’s food and water.


Check with your vet anyway just to be safe. What a beautiful dog .. we also have a Chocky
xx