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albinism
Are all white-haired animals albinos?
Filed Under: Dogs, Cats, Pocket Pets, Horses, General Care
Albinism—the lack of pigment melanin in the skin, hair and eyes—is present in most animal species, but many animals with white coats are not albinos.
Albinos have a complete lack of color pigment. Most animals with white coats have brown eyes, or possibly one blue and one brown eye. The skin around the eyelids and lips may be quite dark, even black.
Though it is generally obvious in their appearance, your veterinarian will tell you if your animal is a true albino.
