Why is my very old dog's mouth bleeding? Could it be a dental issue?

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Have a small dog the age of 26 small bleeding from roof of mouth that I can tell maybe from a tooth not sure he old so trying to be gentle as possible. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 20 years and 4 months old | 6 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor guy. He is an older pet, so this is concerning. Bleeding from the roof of the mouth may suggest an oral tumor, a laceration (cut) or infected and rotting tooth. The only way you are going to find out for sure is to have him seen by your vet for a full oral exam. Until you can get him seen, you should purchase a water additive to help rinse his mouth daily and help prevent infection or further infection. If the bleeding isn't too profuse and seems to resolve, then a laceration was likely present, that is healing well. That would be the best case scenario! : ) I do hope that Ratman's mouth can be examined without sedation and that you can get to the bottom of this mysterious bleeding. Best wishes and take care.

Why is my very old dog's mouth bleeding? Could it be a dental issue?

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