Piebald Dogs
The piebald coloration is a gene mutation leading to the absence of color in certain parts of the dog’s body. This means these breeds display random white markings contrasting dark colors like black or brown.
A typical DNA variant has been located in most piebald breeds – the Microphthalmia Associated Transcription Factor (MITF) gene – which indicates that it might be responsible for the unique coloration.
List of Piebald Dog Breeds
Small Dog Breeds
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Chihuahua
- Yorkshire Terrier
Medium Dog Breeds
- Border Collie
- Dachshund
- English Bulldog
- French Bulldog
- Whippet
Large Dog Breeds
- Basset Hound
- Boerboel
- German Pointer
- German Shepherd
- Newfoundland Dog
- Poodle
- Portuguese Water Dog
- Saint Bernard
With their multicolored appearance, the piebald dog is often described as “cowlike” in appearance.