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I have just gotten a pup which is 4 1/2 months old and have discovered that she has little red missle like bumps all over her tounge. any ideas

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August 30 6:52 PM (34 minutes and 25 seconds later)
         
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Sounds like canine papilloma virus - or oral warts. You can read about them here
www.marvistavet.com/html/body_canine_viral_papillomas.html
They are contagious among dogs and usually go away on their own.
from this site this description
http://www.nutritionfarm.com/message%20board/Message_Board/canine_warts.htm
"Canine mucous membrane papillomatosis primarily affects young dogs. It is characterized by the presence of multiple warts on oral mucous membranes from lips to (occasionally) the esophagus and on the conjuctival mucous membranes and adjacent haired skin. "
However you should have the vet check this out as there is a potential these are a cancerous tumor instead. Some breeds like the Boston Terrier are prone to these so better to be safe and have the vet take a look.
Hope this helps you!

Edited by NHolmes on August 30 2005 at 6:55 PM

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