These Animals' Genetics Are so Unique We Just Couldn't Look Away

3. An Ink Stain or a Birthmark

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Meet this healthy Golden Retriever with black face patch. Clearly, it's just a small freckle—perhaps someone had an ink canister spilt on his face shortly before they took the picture! Golden Retrievers are quite rare because of their genetic abnormality that produces this distinctive birthmark; they usually come in only tones of golden and brown. He stands out from his contemporaries with his unique look created by the striking black patch against his golden fur. Not great, baby Though fortunately that's not the case, it appears as though someone dumped dirt on him or that he entered his human's painting. He is just gifted with a beautiful face and even more adorable ink blot. This little dog reminds us that every pet has a different narrative to tell and that flaws may be beautiful. His pleasing looks will make everyone who encounters him happy and show that occasionally oddities make the best friends.