Can dogs get skin cancer from being in the sun?
It’s natural for dogs to lie in the sun, but yes.. they can be at increased risk of certain types of skin cancer through over exposure. You can actually buy specific suncream for dogs, but many people use human suncream on their dogs… just be sure to test on a small area and check for reaction. Also, check the warnings on the bottle as some are harmful if ingested. Ask your vet to be sure. The areas that are most at risk are the nose, lips, ears, groin, inside legs, and abdomen, or any area where he has particularly thin coat.
