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I just noticed a spot on my dog's gums. Should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltipoo | Male | neutered | 9 years and 6 months old | 9 lbs

Just noticed this spot on my dogs gums. Is this something to worry about?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on April 5th, 2020

It could be normal, or it could be an epulis or other mass. I think it could wait until your vet is open for non-emergent cases, but it should probably be biopsied if it doesn't regress in a few weeks.

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