My dog has crusty brown nose discharge. When should I worry?

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Crusty brown nosrrils. Pet's info: Dog | American Eskimo Dog | Female | spayed

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Ellie! It is difficult to say from the picture but it looks like a discharge from that nostril. If she is having This from both sides of her nose This could be an upper respirstory infection, the canine flu, or even pneumonia. If it is only on one side then I would be more concerned about a bacterial infection, a fungal infection, or even a tumor in the nose. I would have your vet take a look at her so they can determine the cause and get her started on the proper meds. Your vet will be able to do blood work, X-rays and even bacterial or fungal cultures if needed. I hope this helps! If This doesn’t answer you question please set up a consult or write to us again in the forum with more details of what’s going on with sweet Ellie. Thank you!

My dog has crusty brown nose discharge. When should I worry?

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