Is this something that happens w/ age (2.5yrs)? Even though her stomach has changed she is still very playful. Any help?
2007-03-11 07:36:49 · 5 answers · asked by reinventinghollywood 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She is a tri-color Beagle
2007-03-11 07:50:12 · update #1
No this isn't normal. Sometimes a female's pigment will become darker DURING their heat cycle but it should go back to normal within a week of the heat ending. Is there any chance she was bred? It's also not uncommon for pigment to be darker during pregnancy and weaning. If there's no chance of that, I'd be worrying. Get your dog to the vet and see what's going on. Even if she's perfectly fine, it's worth it for the peace of mind you get from knowing your dog is going to be okay. If you're not going to breed or show, you can also schedule her spaying.
For that breed and age, she COULD just be gaining pigment. Many breeds continue to grow darker until around four years of age. I'd still see the vet just in case. You can't put a price on your dog's health. A simple check-up isn't even that expensive.
2007-03-11 07:44:48 · answer #1 · answered by Erica Lynn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The same thing happened to my moms golden retriever and the only thing that i can come up with is she was just getting older! There is nothing wrong with her, she's just aging.
If it is not tender and she is still playful and happy don't worry she's okay!!!!
2007-03-11 07:47:18 · answer #2 · answered by BabyBug02 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what kind of dog are we talking here?... skin pigments do change ....make sure she is not tender in the area.
2007-03-11 07:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by sillygoose 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
could be sign of hypothyroidism... changes in pigment to skin..etc.. what are you waiting for??? SPAY YOUR PET DOG
2007-03-11 07:40:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
no take your dog to the vet.
2007-03-11 07:40:55 · answer #5 · answered by douglas R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋