Picture of Dogs Brown Eyes With a Blue Border Around Them

As a dog-lover, you may have noticed that the overwhelming majority of dog breeds possess dark eyes—usually brown or in some cases, even black. With lighter eyes more of a rarity in dogs, you can imagine how coveted that trait has become for some. Even still, blue is not the most uncommon eye color in pups. Blue-eyed dogs are certainly on the rarer side—with Albinism, lack of pigment, and other genetic factors like breed leading the way as the main causes—but green is actually the most unusual eye color in dogs.

Some pup parents may be on the lookout for dogs with blue eyes while others may just want to scroll through cute pictures of pups with light eyes. Hey—that's cool, too!

There are a few things to look out for though when it comes to dogs with blue eyes. You'll want to ensure that your dog's light eyes aren't an indication of an eye disease—interstitial keratitis (caused by the canine hepatitis infection), nuclear sclerosis, cataracts, etc. Other causes of blue eyes in dogs include the Merle Gene, Heterochromia (where one eye is light, the other dark), and Albinism. It's also worth noting that dogs with light eyes—from lack of pigment—may also experience hearing sensitivity as well.

Keep reading for 35 dog breeds that have been known to present with blue eyes.

35 Dog Breeds With Blue Eyes

1. Siberian Husky

Siberian Huskies are one of the handfuls of breeds in which blue eyes occur naturally. While many dogs with blue eyes have the Merle gene present, the Siberian Husky actually doesn't possess this gene. Instead, it's thought that the ALX4 canine chromosome is to thank. This chromosome most commonly presents as a loss of pigmentation in the dog's irises, but not in their coat.

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2. Chocolate Lab

Labrador Retrievers, in general, can have blue eyes, but we're specifically highlighting the Chocolate Lab for its unique coloring. Most chocolate labs have brown or hazel eyes, but in some cases of genetics, a brown puppy may possess blue eyes. These dogs are also highly coveted for their sweet, family-oriented dispositions, so they make great family pets.

3. Australian Shepherd

Also known as the Aussie, the Australian Shepherd naturally carries the gene for blue eyes. A high-energy working breed, the Aussie is beloved for its unique coloring—and not just its eyes! Aussies come in Merle, red Merle, blue Merle, black, black tricolor, red tricolor, and more.

4. Pomsky

The Pomsky is a hybrid designer pup—a cross between a Pomeranian and a Husky that makes for a toy-sized fluffball that most often resembles the Siberian snowdog. Since the Pom originates from the Husky, it's totally possible that these pups will have at least one blue eye (Heterochromia is common in these breeds as well). But unless you're adopting, it's worth noting that a Pomsky with blue eyes is likely going to be pricier than one with darker eyes.

5. Border Collie

Energetic and totally cuddly, Border Collies also naturally carry the blue-eyed gene. They shed a lot and are incredibly smart, so if you're looking for a blue-eyed pup that's quick to learn when it comes to training, the Border Collie is definitely a contender.

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6. Weimaraner

Also called Weimers, the Weimaraner frequently presents with striking blue eyes. Known as great companions and family dogs, Weimaraners are known to have a unique set of coat colors—silver gray, gray, mouse gray, taupe, and even blue.

7. English Setter

Most commonly, English Setters possess brown eyes but they have known to sometimes have baby blues, too. These dogs also have interesting coat colors (and patterns) as well as they are known to have speckled fur.

8. Corgi

There's no denying that the Corgi is most well-known for its unique shape (namely, their behinds)! But did you also know that either Welsh or Pembroke Corgis may also have blue eyes? Specifically, with a blue merle corgi, you're likely to find at least one—if not both—eyes either pale blue or blue flecked.

9. Border Aussie

Since most breeds don't possess the gene for blue eyes, it can be more common in hybrid breeds. Enter: the Border Aussie! A cross between the Border Collie and the Australian Shepherd—both of which naturally carry the gene for blue eyes—the Border Aussie usually has a Merle coat and blue eyes to boot. Aside from their adorable physical appearance, Border Aussies are known to be cuddly lapdogs who are unparalleled in agility.

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10. Dalmatian

When thinking of the Dalmatians, we all undoubtedly associate this breed with their iconic black-and-white spotted coat. But the unofficial mascot for firefighters has some interesting things going on in the eye department, too. While a blue-eyed Dalmatian is more on the rarer side, it is possible to find one and it's also true that blue-eyed Dalmatians are also more likely to have hearing loss, though the link between the two is unknown.

11. Aussiepoo

Another exciting hybrid breed, the Aussiepoo is a mix between the Australian Shepherd and the Poodle. Again, both of these parent breeds can carry the gene for blue eyes, though it's much rarer in Poodles.

12. Huskador

Have you ever heard of a Huskador? Well, now you have! This mixed breed is more commonly known as a Husky and Labrador mix and because of their Husky heritage, can be known to have blue eyes.

13. Pitbull

Pitbulls often come in all kinds of color combinations and while it is certainly rare, the American Pitbull Terrier—or Pit—may be born with blue eyes. Of course, Pitbulls with lighter-colored coats are more likely to have light eyes, too. But that's not the only rare eye color that Pitties have been known to flaunt; Red-Nose Pitbulls may also present with the most gorgeous amber eyes!

14. Dachshund

Beloved for their unique shape and colloquially referred to as "hot dog" dogs, Dashchunds may have a variety of eye color combinations. These most commonly include brown, amber, and one blue and one brown eye. The Dachshund may also have the most unusual eye color of all—green!

15. Cane Corso

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Holy cuteness! The Goberian is a mix between the Golden Retriever and the Siberian Husky and their physical appearance greatly varies. However, it's not uncommon to find a Goberian with a coat similar to the Golden Retriever and blue eyes like the Husky. These pups have a lot of energy thanks to their parent breeds, so be sure to exercise these pets a whole lot.

17. Alaskan Malamute

Another snowdog with the naturally-occurring gene for blue eyes, Malamutes are the cousin of Siberian Huskies. These blue-eyed beauts can grow to be absolutely massive—with males getting up to 75 to 84 pounds (plus, all that fluff!) and standing as high as 26 inches. After all, that's what makes them great sleddogs!

18. Australian Shepherd Lab Mix

An... Aussiedor? The Australian Shepherd Lab mix is a hybrid between the Labrador and Australian Shepherd and isn't just beautiful to look at; this hybrid is also beloved for its loving, affectionate nature. This medium-sized mix usually grows anywhere from 40 to 80 pounds and they make great family pets.

19. French Bulldog

Lovingly referred to as the Frenchie, French Bulldogs come in tons of different color combos (though they most often are paired with dark eyes). The result of cross-breeding Toy Bulldogs, these designer dogs originated from France, of course, and most likely present with blue eyes if their coat is Merle.

20. Shetland Sheepdog

The Shetland Sheepdog—or Sheltie—is a herding dog that looks strikingly similar to an Australian Shepherd. Like the Aussie, Shelties also have blue eyes especially if they have a Merle coat. High in energy (after all, this is a working, herding dog!), Shelties need a whole lot of exercise and a whole lot of love.

21. Cocker Spaniel

Most Cocker Spaniels have dark eyes, but the Merle Cocker Spaniel may present with blue eyes ever once in a while. However, it's worth noting that blue eyes in this breed may point to medical hearing loss.

22. Alaskan Klee Kai

Like most snowdog breeds, the Alaskan Klee Kai (or just Klee Kai) usually has blue eyes. Curious, whipsmart, and fast—like,really fast—this spitz-type breed was bred to look like its larger cousin, the Siberian or Alaskan Husky.

23. Catahoula

Catahoulas often have Merle coats, which means they are more likely to also have blue eyes, too. A cattle dog, Catahoulas have a lot of energy and require a lot of room to run. They're also smart, too, so it's important to keep them both physically and mentally stimulated.

24. Saint Berhusky

A cross between a Saint Bernard and a Husky, the Saint Berhusky is a mix that gets its blue-eyed gene from the Husky side of things. This hybrid is also susceptible to Heterochromia and with two large parents, Saint Berhuskies can also weigh up to 100 pounds.

25. Great Dane

A gentle giant, the Great Dane is one of the biggest breeds to carry the trait for blue eyes. You'll most commonly see blue eyes in Great Danes with Merle coats or in black-and-white Great Danes with Heterochromia.

26. Husky Corgi Mix

Perhaps one of the more unusual hybrid breeds on this list, the Husky Corgi mix is certainly a sight. Beautiful with a generally light coat and blue eyes, this mix usually comes in blue eyes since both of its parent breeds carry the gene. Medium-sized and generally energetic, this mix is sometimes also called a Horgi.

27. Labrador Retriever

We mentioned Labrador Retrievers earlier, but it's not only Chocolate Labradors that carry the gene for baby blues. Most commonly though, it's the Silver Lab that may have blue eyes. While most Labs (and most puppies in general) are born with light blue eyes, most Labs will grow out of the color in favor of amber or dark-colored eyes. But there's also the chance that a Silver Lab's eyes don't mature and instead, stay blue (or even turn green!).

28. Husky German Shepherd mix

The Husky German Shepherd mix is a cross between the Siberian Husky and a German Shepherd. While both parent breeds can develop blue eyes, it's really the Husky's genes that up the ante in the Husky German Shepherd mix's likelihood of having blue eyes. This mix will be on the larger side—maybe even as big as 100 pounds—and they'll definitely need lots of space as well as mental and physical stimulation.

29. Aussie Siberian

Another Siberian Husky mix—this time between a Husky and an Australian Shepherd—the Aussie Siberian is more likely to have present with light blue eyes since both of its parent breeds carry the gene.

30. Husky Inu

A cross between two snowdogs—the Siberian Husky and Shiba Inu—the Husky Inu is most similar to the aforementioned Pomsky. And like the Pomsky, Husky Inus may also have light blue eyes.

31. Bull Terrier

The Bull Terrier—think: the Target dog!—is marked by a relatively distinct appearance. But blue eyes, though rare, can really add to the interesting look of this terrier breed. Unfortunately, like some other breeds on this list, blue eyes in a Bull Terrier most likely indicate deafness.

32. German Shepherd

Nine times out of ten, German Shepherds will have dark brown, if not black eyes, but sometimes a genetic variation can occur, causing this well-known guard dog to have blue eyes. Loyal and energetic, blue-eyed German Shepherds are definitely rare, but definitely do exist.

33. Poodle

Though blue eyes are exceptionally rare in this breed, it is possible for Poodles to have blue eyes. Hypoallergenic and drool-free, a Poodle may have blue eyes for one of three reasons: the Merle Gene, Heterochromia, or eye disease.

34. Old English Sheepdog

Old English Sheepdogs are one of the only white dog breeds that may have blue eyes naturally. In most white-colored dogs, blue eyes may indicate a medical issue. However, blue eyes are common in this large, English breed.

35. Shih Tzu

Like most young dogs, all Shih Tzu puppies are born with blue eyes. Their eye color slowly darkens—most commonly to black—but it is possible to find a Shih Tzu whose eyes haven't changed. However, it's rare.

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