Why are my dog's nails turning brown?

Question

The base of my dog's nail beds were once clear, but not they are turning a dark brown. She is a 3 year old pit bull. I also have a second dog, who is her sister (liter mate) but her nails are fine. There has been no change in her behavior which is why I have not rushed her to the vet. Any ideas?

Answer 1

I don't think it's a big deal at all. Some dogs have totally clear nails, some have a clearish brown, some are black, ect. They can also chane colors as they get older too. Unless they seem to hurt her or start looking infected or swollen I really just this it's changing color with age.

Answer 2

Probably dirt, or a disease, get him to the vet for further testing

Answer 3

all dogs claws go this colour as they get older

Answer 4

maybe dirt? like over time maybe it clumped up. sorry, im not sure. if she doesnt seem sick I wouldnt take her to the vet, but when she goes for a check up I would bring it up to the vet.

Answer 5

It can just change colour. my dog is four this year and her white nail just turned black. i wouldnt worry to much

By the way love the breed!