Just like humans, dogs can get unsightly warts on their skin. Owners usually notice warts while petting or grooming their dogs. Warts are not harmful to a dog, and can be easily recognized.
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Causes
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Warts on dogs are caused by a virus called papilloma. This is a contagious virus, so it's possible your dog got it from another dog.
Symptoms
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Look for small growths on your dog's skin, which can either be skin-colored or have a yellow tinge. Warts do not cause dogs pain, but they can be irritating, so watch out for your dog licking or biting one spot on his body repeatedly.
Diagnosis
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Take your dog to the vet for diagnosis. A vet will be able to recognize a wart on sight alone, and will be able to recommend the best course of action to take.
Treatment
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Some warts will disappear on their own with no treatment. Others will linger and become an annoyance for the dog. Your vet might recommend surgical removal of the wart, depending on its size and severity.
Complications
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If your dog has been licking and biting at a wart, it may become infected and need further treatment. Constant scratching of the wart can also cause it to bleed; your dog might need an antibiotic treatment to prevent infection of the wound.
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