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My puppy has a papilloma on his tongue. Can I use vinegar to treat it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 13 days old | 32 lbs

Hello! My puppy Louie has a papilloma on his tongue. I am currently giving him immunity boosters but was wondering if putting vinegar on it (with a q-tip) would help accelerate the process. Thanks!

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 3rd, 2019

If it a Papilloma don't do anything just leave it be. If they get worse the treatment for that is an antibiotic and crushing one or two. This is only done typically if the papillomas are large and interfering with them eating. Than you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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