Dr. Primrose Moss, Vet Surgeon, Author at Senior Tail Waggers

Vet inspecting new bumps on a pug's head

Head Lumps on Dogs: Top Causes (15 Pictures) and Vet Tips

There are so many important structures on dogs’ heads that lumps and bumps here can be especially worrying. But when should you worry and when is it ok just to keep an eye on a […]

Red Spots or Pimples on a Dog’s Nose: Our Vet Explains

Your dog’s nose is incredibly important to them, since they rely on their sense of smell to understand their environment. Seeing a red spot or pimple on your dog’s nose can be concerning—but should you […]

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Persistent Bad Dog Smell After a Bath: Unraveling Perplexing Odors

Unfortunately, unpleasant odors are something most pet owners are familiar with. While most of these are resolved by a thorough bath, what do you do if that doggy smell continues to linger? As a veterinarian, […]

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Our Vet Answers: Why Do Dogs Chew Hair Off Their Tails?

Dogs chasing their tails can seem like just a quirky behavior – but what does it mean if your dog progresses to chewing the hair off their tail? As well as hair loss, excessive chewing […]

Fur Changing Colors in Spots: Dog Has Darker Areas on Hair

Just like humans, dogs can develop increased pigment in the skin due to age and UV exposure – but in many cases, altered coat color can indicate underlying disease. So, how can you tell if your […]

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My Dog Lost Hair But Doesn’t Itch or Scratch: Top Causes [Vet Answer]

Unexplained hair loss in dogs can be worrying. In practice I most commonly see hair loss alongside itching due to allergies, parasites and infections – but various conditions can cause hair loss without itching. In […]

Pictures of Tumors in Dog Ears – With Veterinarian Info

Tumors in and on dogs’ ears are relatively uncommon, but if you’ve noticed a lump in this area it’s important to get it checked out sooner rather than later; while benign lumps can occur, unfortunately […]

Pictures of Tumors Inside a Dog’s Mouth / Mouth Cancer [With Veterinarian Comments]

Tumors in a dog’s mouth can often go unnoticed, with many of our canine friends reluctant to let us take a look! For some dogs, the first symptoms you notice may be increased drooling, traces […]

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Pictures of Tumors on Dog Legs – With Veterinarian Info

Tumors on dogs’ legs are common – and while they can be benign, unfortunately malignant tumors are also common, so it’s worth getting them checked by a veterinarian. In the meantime, let’s find out more […]

closeup of a small raised bump growing over the skin

6 Types of Raised Bumps Growing Over the Skin in Dogs

In this article, we will discuss the common causes of raised bumps that grow over a dog’s skin. As veterinarians, we see many different conditions that cause these bumps, some of which are benign and […]