How do I get my dogs nose to stop cracking and peeling?

Question

My dog's nose started cracking and peeling about a month ago. I have tried using A&D Ointment and Eucerin lotion a couple times a day and it hasn't helped at all. At first it started at the very top of his nose closest to the hair line...it has continued down over the front of his nose. Any suggestions? Any time I try to put something on it all he does is lick it off.

Answer 1

Are you feeding/watering your dog from a plastic dish? That could be the cause. Some dogs develop an allergy to the plastics used. Try stainless steel bowls and see if that helps. You said this began roughly a month ago, and you've stated no other symptoms than the cracked and peeling nose; otherwise the best thing you can do is ask a professional veterinarian.

Answer 2

That sounds a lot like Collie-nose(I forget the technical term), which occurs mostly in Collies and other herders but can occur hounds, toys, etc. too. It is a result of too much sun exposure. You see the effects where skin-meets-fur- along the nose and eyes. Unless your vet tells you to, do not give the dog lotion. Try keeping him out of the sun as much as possible and if it does not clear up in a week or two, give the vet a call. It's not much of a cause for concern though and can be cleared up with a bit of medication.

Answer 3

A cracked dry nose is a symptom of an internal problem- there's nothing you can apply externally that will clear it up. Take him to the vet.

Answer 4

Please take your dog to the vet asap to find out what the source of the problem is, and how to properly take care of it. Take care.

Answer 5

take him to the vet and get medicine for him

Answer 6

vasoline. it will take a while for him to lick it off.