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My chihuahua has pink spots on his lips. Is it acne or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 6 lbs

Hello, my chihuahua recently develope some pink spot on his lips and I dont know what is it. Today he have more spots and I want to know what it can be, acne ?

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on November 20th, 2017

Poor Koda! This doesn’t look like your typical chin acne. This looks like a local reaction or a bacterial or fungal infection. I would have your vet take a look at him. Your vet will be able to see if this looks like an infection or a reaction or a combo of both. Your vet will b able to get him on the proper medicine and possible steroids if needed to help him feel better. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

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    Hi there and thanks for posting this question. There are multiple problems that can cause these signs. A bacterial or a fungal infection (such as ringworm) can cause these lesions. More rare causes would be autoimmune problems, or cancer. I would encourage you to have him examined by your veterinarian. In the meantime please practice good hygiene after handling him as ringworm is contagious to people as well. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

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