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My dog has raw spots around her nose and lips. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog has suddenly developed raw spots around her nose and lips. It doesn’t appear to itch or cause noticeable pain, but I’m wondering if it’s something more serious I need to see a vet about.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 27th, 2019

This could be due to an autoimmune disease but it is very hard to say just by looking at a photo. I suggest you have your dog examined by your vet as soon as you can get an appointment. It's not an emergency but sometime in the next couple days would be good.

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    Answered By Christie Long, DVM

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on November 6th, 2016

    It this is indeed due to a scrape, it should have begun resolve in a few days. If hasn't, get your vet to have a look at it. It could be mange, or ringworm, or even a more unusual problem like an autoimmune skin disease.

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on July 10th, 2019

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I agree that this could be an infection. It is not possible to evaluate the eye properly with just looking at a picture. I would recommend that if she is not improving on the newer treatment regimen, to have her evaluated by a veterinary ophthalmologist so they can provide their expertise on this more complex case. Best of luck!

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