Green Puppy

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Guide Note

A mixed breed puppy was born in New Orleans, LA with a green fur coat. The puppy was one of five in the litter. Veterinarians have stated that the amniotic fluid can sometimes mix with the placenta to cause a discoloration in puppies with light fur.

Fast Facts

1. Name: Wasabi
2. One of five in the litter
3. One litter mate was born white
4. Color should fade in 2-4 weeks
5. The puppie's coat may turn tan or white

"It's surprising, alarming to see. Sometimes, when a puppy is born, the amniotic fluid mixes with the placenta and dyes the coat of the puppy and it almost always happens to very light colored puppies. There are not health concerns, it's really just a discoloration in the birthing process."—Anna Zorrilla, Louisiana SPCA CEO