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My German Shepherd has pink lips and a scabbed nose, what's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 4 days old | 45 lbs

Over the last couple of days I’ve noticed my German Shepard has really pink lips and her nose is scabbed over. She is acting normal and like herself but I’m not sure what’s wrong.

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 8th, 2021

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Nova. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian. Has she been digging or rubbing her nose on anything to cause scrapes? That is a possibility a young dog. If this is not the cause, there are autoimmune conditions that cause loss of pigment to the nose. Discoid lupus is an example. Finally, a skin infection is also possible. The veterinarian will examine her and decide how best to test or treat her. I hope this information helps!

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