Dog symptoms dry nose does not necessarily indicate a dog that is sick. My dog's nose goes from moist to dry all the time. By examining their behavior you should be able to tell they are not feeling well. They will act depressed or lethargic. If they are vomiting or have diarrhea then it's pretty obvious they aren't feeling well. When a dog is sick he/she will usually have a dry nose which correlates with a fever. At that point you should call your vet.
Changes in texture (crusty, flaky) and color (loss of pigmentation) of a pet's nose should be looked at by your veterinarian. A prolonged dry, cracked nose, particularly with loss of pigmentation, scabs or open sores should be examined by your veterinarian sooner rather than later. 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 are a host of dermatological (skin) problems that can be seen in this area, such as Pemphigus Foliaceus.
If the nose changes in color or texture that is another issue and once again you need to contact your veterinarian. Also if your dog has light skin such as a pink nose you should talk to your vet about skin protection. Dogs or any species for that matter can get skin cancer just like humans.
It is perfectly normal for a dog's nose to dry out in the sun, or go from cool and moist to warm and reasonably dry and back again. In the course of a day, this is perfectly normal. However, if the dog's nose stays dry for a prolonged period, there may be cause for concern.
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