A melanistic mask (also referred to as a mask or masking) is a dog coat pattern that gives the appearance of a mask on the dog's face. The hairs on the muzzle, and sometimes entire face or ears, are colored by eumelanin instead of pheomelanin pigment.
What breeds make a Black Mouth Cur?
The Black Mouth Cur is one of the older varieties of Cur and is described by author Fred Gipson in his well-known novel “Old Yeller,” although the dog in the movie of the same name was a rescue dog that is believed to be a mix between a Mastiff and a Labrador Retriever.
Do all dogs have black snouts?
The color of a dog's nose is largely dependent on both his age and breed. Some breeds have black noses, while other breeds are more prone to pink noses. Still other breeds have noses that are the same color as their fur. Many puppies are born with pink noses that darken as they age.
Why do dogs have black around their mouth?
If you're wondering what causes black spots in a dog's mouth, it's likely the result of heavy pigmentation. These darker spots are the result of microscopic melanin granules and present as flat, pigmented areas found on your dog's tongue, gums and inside the lips and mouth.
What dog breeds have a black muzzle?
Breeds that sometimes or always have such a black mask include the Akita, bullmastiff, boxer, German shepherd, Great Dane, greyhound, keeshond, Leonberger, mastiff, Pekingese, pug, Rhodesian ridgeback, sloughi, Tibetan spaniel, and whippet.
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