Snow Nose
- Mar 24
- 1 min read
❄️ What is SNOW NOSE? ❄️
Have you ever noticed your dog’s black nose turning pink or light brown in the winter? This fascinating phenomenon is called Snow Nose (or Winter Nose), and it’s completely harmless!
🐾 Why does it happen?
Experts believe Snow Nose is caused by:
✅ Reduced sunlight exposure – Less UV light may affect pigment production.
✅ Temperature changes – Colder weather might influence melanin levels.
✅ Enzyme shifts – An enzyme called tyrosinase, responsible for pigment, becomes less active in winter!
🐶 Who gets it?
Snow Nose is most common in breeds like:
🐕 Labrador & Golden Retrievers
🐕 Siberian Huskies
🐕 Bernese Mountain Dogs
🐕 German Shepherds
🌞 Will the color come back?
In many cases, yes! As temperatures warm up, the nose may darken again. However, in some dogs, it stays lighter as they age.
💡 Fun Fact: Snow Nose is purely cosmetic and does not affect a dog’s health—just another quirk that makes our furry friends unique! 🥰
T
PAACT President
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