Are dogs noses supposed to be dry?

An ill animal will often have a warm, dry nose in addition to other symptoms, such as lethargy, decreased or absent appetite, vomiting, diarrhea and so on. In the absence of other physical signs, there is a host of dermatological (skin) problems that can be seen in this area, such as Pemphigus Foliaceus. read more

4. The nose is irritated by plastic food/water bowls. One of the biggest causes of dry nose in dogs is a problem with plastic, such as in food and water bowls. Nearly half of dogs are said to have some form of allergic reaction to plastic. Most people who are dealing with this problem simply eliminate plastics from the dog’s environment. read more