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Jaundice (Yellow Skin) In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments

Jaundice in dogs refers to a buildup of yellow pigment in the blood and tissue, which causes a yellow discoloration in the skin, gums, and eyes. This is also called icterus or yellow jaundice. It’s fairly easy to spot in dogs, though it may be more difficult to see on darker dogs than dogs with light fur or skin. Here’s what you should…

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