Excessive Sun Exposure Causes Sunburn and Skin Cancer in Dogs

Like humans, dogs exposed to the sun can develop actinic keratosis.

Choose a fragrance-free sunscreen that protects from UVA and UVB rays, preferably one formulated for dogs. Nikolai Tsvetkov/Shutterstock

Q: I recently adopted Rosie, a greyhound who is mostly white. Earlier this summer, she was out in the sun too long and got sunburned. When we go on vacation together later this summer, I'll try to keep her inside as much as possible between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., but I’m worried about sunburn.

Is dog sunscreen available? Can dogs get skin cancer from too much sun?