Stained Fur on Lip From Saliva Moisture and Infection

[RAFREEB]

I had an old english sheepdog. They will keep a wet beard all the time. You can prevent infection in that area by wiping their face several times a day with a clean cloth, soak it in one part water, one part hydrogen peroxide. Do NOT get the cloth in the dogs mouth but, wiping up those bits of saliva and food goes a long way to keeping that area nice, clean and dry. Oh, and you can use regular old unscented baby powder to wipe that area with a brush too. Helps keep it drier.

[nyloraklove]

My dog has those colored gums is that normal? Also we dont brush her teeth but we just started giving her treats for her teeth, should we do more?

[mortdepeur13]

my dog is 10 - 11 years old and he have a mouth infection or mushroom i don't know. it stinks and its very sensitive. we tried lot of things but i don't know if it could actually work with him. they removed some teeth because they though it was tooth that making this infection... i love my dog and i hate to see him suffer and say GO AWAY YOU STINK! he have lot of white saliva coming out of is lips... thanks for someone could help, its a english epagnol and its been 5 years now i think.

[DrGregDVM]

@mortdepeur13 Has to be a gum infection, tumor, another bad tooth, or even kidney failure. He should be checked again and may need blood work

[mortdepeur13]

@DrGregDVM Thanks for the fast respond! yes blood work should be the best we could do. i'm almost sure it could be gum infection.

[DrGregDVM]

@mortdepeur13 Sounds like blood work and another round of antibiotics is in his future

[BloodyRoses1001]

Your inspire me so much to be a vet,ive always wanted to be one it seems fun, is it? i mean takeing care of animals makes you happy right?

[DrGregDVM]

@BloodyRoses1001 Its a great job. I love animals. You also have to be comfortable in dealing with people in difficult and emotional situations. After 30 years, I still love going to work.

[megyerdon]

Hi Dr. Greg! I am excited! We have a Wheaton, and her fold on the lower lip is pronounced. She often gets infections, but our vet's diagnosis was yeast. We tried 2 diff. topical liquids, but never tried the method you described, beyond clipping and washing. Antibiotics work, when she has taken them for other issues her "tifty/tifties" clear up. There is a purulent material exuded and crusting at the worst stages. How long do we treat w/Neosporin before antibiotics? TY! ~Meg

[DrGregDVM]

@megyerdon Meg, Infections that occur in Wheatons could be due to food allergies also. Are these areas just under the whole lip? Or are they part of a "fold" or draining moist area? I often advise owners with allergic breeds to avoid allergens and nourish the skin with healthy human food oils. Google dog dish diet for my book and nutritional advice. Allergies are often the root of the problem

You often have to use peroxide, neosporin, or chlorhexadine wipes daily for two weeks to treat.

[DrGregDVM]

Respond to this video...Many vets use antibiotics one to two weeks a month if needed. Topical cleaning may take place of this. Avoid allergic treats and feed more healthy oils

[dehbee]

wouldnt dogs try to lick off the neosporin? is it okay if they ingest some of it because they keep trying to lick it off?

[DrGregDVM]

@dehbee They may lick off a bit. Many client put it on before they give attention or exercise to keep their mind off the ointment. Eating a bit is not harmful. Remember you only use the ointment a week at a time.

[dehbee]

@DrGregDVM thanks! weve used it before on scrapes and small cuts. just wanted to make sure its not harmful if he manages to lick some.