Should a dogs nose be wet?

A: The common belief that a healthy dog has a cold, wet nose and a sick dog has a hot, dry nose is FALSE. Here's why: The temperatures of dogs' noses fluctuate day to day, even hour to hour. read more

A healthy dog's nose is often warm and dry after sleep. For some dogs, a dry, chapped nose is normal, especially with age. Dehydration or exertion may cause a warm, dry nose. Lying in the sun or spending time near a heat source may result in a dry nose. read more

Within 10 minutes after your dog wakes up, that nose should be right back to its usual wet self. Don’t Miss: Here’s How Long the Average Dog Sleeps Per Day 2. read more