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Dr. Jim Berg
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Crusty Cracked Nose
Dear Dr. Berg,
I’ve noticed that as my dog has gotten older, his nose has
gotten crusty and appears cracked in spots.
It doesn’t seem to bother him but I am wondering if there is a problem
or if there is something that I need to do.
M. B., Newark,
Dear M. B.,
Much like a callous, the nose can develop a thinkened exterior;
the fancy name for this is hyperkeratosis.
This can be normal for many dogs and does not usually need any
treatment. If it seems irritated or too
dry, you can try putting a small amount of vasaline to moisten it as often as
necessary. If your dog licks it off (and
most will!), it won’t hurt him a bit.
Vasaline can also be used internally in cats to help relieve hairball
problems.
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