My dog has a pink nostril. Is it sinusitis or aspergillosis?

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Hi, my dog's nose has turned pink inside the bottom edge of the nostril. My vet suggested sinusitis. In researching, it looks like aspergillosis and now I'm worried. I don't see discoloration associated with sinusitis, but do in the aspergillosis pictures. This is my first interaction with this vet on an issue with this dog. Thoughts? She's prescribed cephalaxin for 10 days. Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Female | spayed | 2 years old | 93.5 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I would agree with your veterinarian. Aspergillosis will usually cause a marked nasal discharge and in most cases also nose bleeds and it does not sound like those are present. Hopefully this resolves and Aster does well which is likely. Good luck and have a good day!

My dog has a pink nostril. Is it sinusitis or aspergillosis?

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