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What causes a pink spot on my dog's upper lip? When to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog has a pink spot on her upper lip

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Answered By Oneal Bogan, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 11th, 2018

Hi there. It looks like your dog either has an abrasion or infection causing the pink area on her face. Dogs can get blocked hair follicles that create this appearance, or she may have scraped it on something. If she'll tolerate vitamin E oil rubbed on it, this can help. If it doesn't resolve within a few days, or gets worse, I would have her checked by your veterinarian. I hope that helps and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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    Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on November 16th, 2017

    Pigment loss can be from multiple causes. Of course a scar can cause it, but also skin disorders such as vitiligo, zinc deficiency, pemphigus, and lupus. Many of those disorders look very similar and can only be distinguished by biopsy. Some are very benign and some need treatment to keep from spreading and causing more problems. I would encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian. They can help you decide if further testing should be done or not. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon.

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    Answered By Jenny, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 15th, 2018

    That area is always. A little thick with some irregular margins due to their lips and canine tooth. Since it seems very demarcated from the surrounding tissue I would have it checked to make sure it is. Itching to worry about. It will require someone actually feeling the borders and thickenesd to know for sure

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    Answered By Ana M, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 8th, 2021

    Thank you for submitting your question regarding Nova. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian. Has she been digging or rubbing her nose on anything to cause scrapes? That is a possibility a young dog. If this is not the cause, there are autoimmune conditions that cause loss of pigment to the nose. Discoid lupus is an example. Finally, a skin infection is also possible. The veterinarian will examine her and decide how best to test or treat her. I hope this information helps!

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