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Puppy Toenails

We rescued two puppies They're about 4 months old, their toenails are white but on top they are pure pearly white, like a brush of nail polish. Is this a sign of illness or deficiency?
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No, other than the bright white streaks they look normal / healthy. Thanks for replying, I did not know if perhaps they'd had no sun light or something and maybe needed vitamins.
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974371 tn?1424653129
Just sounds like new nail growth from what you are describing.  Can you see the blood vessel/quick in the nail starting below that whiter part?  If so, time fir a nail trim
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