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My 2-year-old Lab has a swollen lower lip. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 4 months old

My Female Lab has swollen lower flew. She's 2.5 years old. I'm attaching a picture of hers.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 5th, 2017

This could be due to an insect bite or a tooth condition, you may leave it for the weekend and just keep an eye on it if she is otherwise acting normally, it may resolve without treatment. If by Monday no improvement is seen- take her to the vet to get it checked.

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