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My dog has a growing sore on her snout. Should I take her to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shetland Sheepdog | Female | spayed | 5 years old | 23 lbs

My dog has a sore on her snout that has grown the last few days. Does she need to go to the vet or can I treat it at home?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2018

Given that this sore on Trixy has grown, I would have her seen by the vet. The sore could be caused by a skin infection caused by bacteria or yeast, or it could be ringworm. The only way to know how to treat it is to have it diagnosed, and the vet is the person to make the correct diagnosis. Once a diagnosis has been made, the vet can prescribe treatment. I would take her into the vet in the next couple of days. I hope this helps, best of luck!

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on February 18th, 2019

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This warrants a veterinary evaluation for sure. It is not possible to know what it is just by looking at it and the best way to treat it is by knowing what it is. This may be an infection or possibly a tumor. For that reason, I recommend that you have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check on this and proceed accordingly. Best of luck!

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