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Dog owners in China have taken to a new trend – dying their dogs. Dogs with dye jobs are becoming an increasingly popular site on the streets of China. Trendy pet owners are dying their dogs to look like everything from panda bears to tigers to teenage mutant ninja turtles.

One dog owner whose dog was dyed to resemble a panda bear told reporters: “I think he loves it. Since he’s been dyed, he gets lots of love and attention.”

Dying your dog may be a fun trend, but is it safe for your beloved pet? The International Center for Veterinary Services in Beijing says maybe not. Mary Peng, who runs the association, says that many of the products used to color the fur of dogs are not tested for safety.

“Sometimes these dyes can be fatal for pets,” Peng said in an interview. “Most of this industry, especially hair dyes and coloring for pets, is so new that there might not be a lot of regulation.”

So while it may be trendy and fun to see a dog that looks like a panda, it may not be a good idea if you have the safety of your pet in mind.

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