Yes, dogs can change colour as their coats 'blow'. Blowing means that hair strands get old and start to shed, often lighter in shade, e.g. gingerish on a brown dog, but the new coat would be usually darker and shinier.
Age is one of the most common reasons for pets going gray. This is a very similar process to the one we see in humans as we age. However, unlike humans, dogs don't tend to go gray throughout their entire coat. The majority of graying will happen around the muzzle and face.
Many breeds have coats that change over time. Puppies will generally be a different color than the adult dog. Medications, sunlight, nutritional status and skin disease can all be factors in changing and dog's coat color.
Yes, during the coat change the puppy coat is being replaced by the thicker adult coat, and coat texture and colour may change too. It may become less or more curly or wiry, the coat colour may darken or lighten, and the rate of shedding may change.
Grooming Hygiene
Dogs with thick coats naturally shed so they typically get lighter coats on their own in the summer. Be mindful of grooming hygiene and remember to brush your dog's fur regularly and bathe them frequently.
The coat should be shiny but not greasy, and it should not have a strong odor. Unhealthy coat's appearance: A dog with an unhealthy coat will have dry and brittle hair with lots of loose hair in the coat. The coat itself may also be greasy or have a dusty appearance and include bald spots and an unpleasant oily smell.
When the days become shorter and colder, your dog drops its lighter summer coat and grows out a thicker, heavier winter coat. Conversely, when the days become long and warmer, your dog will shed this thick winter coat in favor of a lighter, thinner coat.
As your pup ages, don't worry if their coat changes too – this is because their body is maturing! A part of that is growing into their adult fur. Around 8-12 months old, your pup will get this more mature coat.
In dogs with dense, thick fur, skin discoloration can be hidden by their coat. Age spots will appear as darker, discolored areas, typically on the belly, ears, and nose. Age spots in your dog are caused by a buildup of excess melanin in the skin. Melanin causes increased pigmentation in areas.
However, the process occurs slowly and doesn't happen overnight. It often takes nine to 12 weeks, starting from this point, for a puppy's eye color to settle in and “stay.” The permanent eye color change can even happen as late as 16 weeks in age.
Secondary hyperpigmentation is relatively common and can occur in any breed of dog, most commonly those breeds prone to obesity, hormonal abnormalities, allergies, contact dermatitis, and skin infections. Secondary hyperpigmentation is triggered by inflammation and/or friction.
During winter months, most dogs' coats will darken again due to limited sun exposure. Many professional dog grooming products offer detanglers that also contain sunscreen for fur, which will protect fur from damaging sunrays.
Brown fur staining is primarily caused by an infection with the yeast Malassezia. This is the yeast that is responsible for skin and ear infections in dogs.
This is normal for many dogs across a variety of coat types, as they shed their “puppy coat” and grow the type of coat they will have as an adult. It's during this time that puppies often change colors, as the adult coat contains the pigmentation that is closer to their true adult color.
Skin and coat changes: Dogs often start to show gray hair as they get older, often around their muzzle and eyes. Their fur can also change in thickness and texture, but dull coats may be helped with certain supplements. As for skin, it can also become thinner with age, and therefore becomes susceptible to injury.
One of those problems is a coat that is overly dry or dull. Instead of looking shiny and feeling soft, the hair will feel rougher and more brittle. In dogs that have darker coats, you may actually notice a colour change, for example, from shiny black to a dull grey.
The discoloration of coat colors in dogs typically occurs around the eyes and muzzle, and it's more visible in dogs that have a darker coat. Other parts of the dog's fur can become lighter/grayish as they age, but the most visible parts are around the face.
Why is my brown dog turning blonde? Yes, dogs can change colour as their coats 'blow'. Blowing means that hair strands get old and start to shed, often lighter in shade, e.g. gingerish on a brown dog, but the new coat would be usually darker and shinier.
The only way to know the true genetic color of these dogs and the potential coat color of the puppies they could produce is to do genetic testing. There are several resources on the Internet that can help you understand color inheritance in your dog, including poodles and other breeds.
This fur coat, like other parts of a Golden Retriever puppies body, will grow and change. Therefore Golden Retriever puppies get lighter or darker fur as part of growing up into adulthood. This process can begin around three months old but usually starts around six months of age.
Amazingly enough, the sun's rays can bleach your dog's coat. Just as some people who spend a lot of time outside in the summer develop sun bleached hair (usually lighter streaks) some dogs can also have a sun bleached coat.
No doubt, you will notice that as the colder months approach your dog will grow a thicker coat. This will keep it warmer. However, with a thicker coat often comes dry skin, dandruff and itching.
On average most dogs start going grey around 5 years old, though some start going grey before the age of 2. Greying in dogs can occur anywhere, but it tends to be most prominent on their muzzle.
Generally speaking, a healthy dog with a short, smooth coat and no skin problems doesn't need to be bathed often. In most cases, dog baths are more for the benefit of their pet parents than for the dogs themselves. Even so, it's a good idea to bathe your pooch at least once every two to three months.
The general condition of your dog's skin and coat are good indicators of his health. A healthy coat should be shiny and smooth, not brittle or coarse, and healthy skin should be supple and clear, not greasy, flaky, or bumpy.