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My dog has warts. Will canine papilloma virus go away on its own?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 11 months and 21 days old | 15 lbs

Is papilloma virus cureable? Is it necessary to remove the warts?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

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Published on April 26th, 2018

It is not necessary to treat these unless they are causing Coycoy a problem. Otherwise they will go away on their own. I suggest you put him on a supplement to boost his immune system as that may help. I suggest this one: ( http://www.allivet.com/p-1803-missing-link-vet-canine.aspx ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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