karla gomes

Dogs are not completely colorblind, but they do perceive colors differently from humans. While humans have three types of color receptors (cones) in their eyes, allowing us to see a wide range of colors, dogs only have two types of cones. This means they see a more limited color spectrum.

Here’s how dogs’ color vision differs from ours:

Limited Color Range: Dogs see the world primarily in shades of blue and yellow. They cannot distinguish between red and green, which appear as shades of gray or brown to them. This is similar to red-green color blindness in humans.

Blue and Yellow: Dogs can see blues and yellows quite well. For example, a blue ball or a yellow toy would appear vibrant to them, while a red ball might look grayish or brownish.

No Red or Green: Since dogs lack the ability to see red and green as distinct colors, objects that humans perceive as red, green, or a mix of the two will appear much more muted or indistinct to a dog.