My dog has a red spot on its nose. Should I take them to the vet?

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My shih tzu has a red spot on her nose, what should I do?

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

The red spot could be due to a skin infection, benign or malignant mass, granuloma, among others. You should take your dog to her vet for an exam to evaluate the lesion. A fine needle aspirate or skin cytology may be indicated to microscopically determine the underlying cause of this lesion so that it can be managed appropriately.

My dog has a red spot on its nose. Should I take them to the vet?

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