What does it mean when a dogs nose is dry?

A dry dog nose can quickly go from bad to worse, drying out and forming crusty scabs that flake off and bleed. It is a commonly cited fact that if your dog's nose is dry they are sick. A dry nose doesn't always mean your dog is sick, but it does indicate an underlying issue such as an allergy or irritant. read more

Knowing what causes a dry canine nose can help you better pinpoint relevant changes. Some of the leading causes of dry dog noses include: Weather, extreme heat or cold can contribute to a dry dog nose. Exposure to the sun can cause your dog’s nose to become sunburned. 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

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