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Why is my dog's nose and eyes red and inflamed? What should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Last month my dog has something on his nose and just last week it has it around his eyes too. He had ticks a few months ago so maybe that was the reason. What is this and how do I cure it? Thank you

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Jeffrey Milner

Answered By Jeffrey Milner

Veterinarian

Published on May 12th, 2017

That looks like it must be very uncomfortable! The area is very red and inflamed, most likely a sign of active infection. An antibiotic will almost certainly be required in order to put a stop to the problem. The area on which this is distributed may suggest a contact related allergic reaction. Your dog may have stuck his face in something, and ultimately this is the result. The best method to figure out what the cause of this is, is by obtaining skin scrapings, cultures, and potentially biopsies of the region. The veterinarian will be able to determine which of these, if any, are appropriate once he views the area. You and him may decide that simply treatment with an antibiotic and a steroid first might be more appropriate.
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