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What's this on my 6-month-old Maltese puppy's nose? Tick or growth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 9 days old | 8.3 lbs

Hello, I have 6mnths old maltese puppy. Perfectly healthy but just Yesterday si realise there is something on his nose. Could you perhaps help with it and do you know what this is? Thank you!!

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 20th, 2019

That looks like it’s either a skin growth or a tick. If you are not familiar with ticks or know how to identify them and/or remove them, I recommend to have Miso examined by the veterinarian. I have seen many dogs get injured by their owners who thought they were removing a tick but were actually trying to pull off skin masses (which hurt). It’s always better to play it safe. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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