Cocoa coat color · French Bulldog cocoa · HPS3-related cocoa · Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome 3 dog · Cocoa brown
This genetic variant affects the HPS3 gene, which is involved in the pathway that produces pigment, or melanin, in a dog's coat. While mutations in this gene can cause systemic health issues in other species, in dogs it only alters the chemical structure of the pigment. This results in a distinct dark brown coat color, often referred to as 'cocoa', without affecting any other organ systems.
Owners will notice a warm, dark brown coat color that is present from birth. Because this is a purely cosmetic variation, the dog will not show any physical symptoms, health impairments, or discomfort.
No treatment is required because this condition does not cause any medical issues. There are no associated veterinary costs, resulting in an expected lifetime cost of 0 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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