My dog rubs mouth on carpet & has red crusty patches. What to do?

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My maltipoo constantly rubbing mouth on carpet and has small patch of red crusty patches on his lips or right under lip area. What can I do for him? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 11 years and 9 months old | 10 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. I would recommend having a vet take a look at his mouth as he may have oral pain due to severe dental disease. If he has caused mouth sores from rubbing his mouth on the carpet, you can use zymox topical ointment or malacetic conditioning spray to help relieve any discomfort from the sores and prevent secondary infection. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available via consultation if needed.

My dog rubs mouth on carpet & has red crusty patches. What to do?

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