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Getting lighter as they age

User Name: Lindsay_df
Parent Forum: Dog Grooming Forum
Posted: 3/16/2009 2:20 AM

Has anyone else had a dog that got lighter as they aged? I'm not sure if it's just broken-coated breeds, or what, but my old schnauzer almost completely changed color and annie seems to get greyer every time I clip her. Someone from my airedale group suggested stripping her coat partially before clipping would help. Anyone have any clue about this?

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Woof_df

3/16/2009 8:36 AM
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My dog got a little grey/white around her nose and snout but that's about it.
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EllyMay_df

3/16/2009 3:17 PM
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I don't have any suggestions, but I have noticed this too. Up until a couple of years ago, Mollie's coat was a vivid rust color. In her senior years it has become more "muddied" or darker. Her little grey chin hairs are popping up like wildflowers, too.
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