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Does your dog’s nose change color in winter?

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Certain breeds of dogs experience “snow nose” – a harmless change in nose color during the winter. The underlying cause is not known. ADRIENNE WIX PHOTO

It is that time of year, where I notice my golden retriever’s nose is starting to fade from a dark brown to light mauve color. This is due to a somewhat mysterious condition called snow nose. 

Snow nose, also known as “winter nose” or “hypopigmentation,” refers to a condition…

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