What causes warts for dogs?

dog warts are most often caused by papillomavirus, also speaking Papilloma virus. This contagious virus occurs on the skin of a dog like white or yellowish growth in the shape of a cauliflower or a cluster of small growth. Although most human warts are also caused by papillomavirus, viruses in humans and canines are different and cannot be spread from one species to another. Various other factors can cause dog viral papillomas, including immunization of dogs or vaccination, and prescription drugs or over -the -counter, as well as pollutants, environmental contaminants and allergens. However, there are warts that also have a reverse appearance. Warts generally have a rough exterior, but can also be smooth. While most dog warts have white or yellowish colors, some may have the same color as the skin of the dog. While the warts may appear as one lesion or as a clustehm, they usually appear in a cluster or group. They can affect any part of the dog's body, but commonly occur in the face area including lips and chenICI.

common warts for dogs that are infected from papillomavirus are infected either from another dog bearing a virus or papillomas living in a dog environment. This type of dog virus cannot be transferred to other animals. The virus more often affects puppies, younger dogs and dogs with weakened immune system. Warts for dogs caused by papillomavirus are usually not dangerous to the health of the dog, but can be infected by biting or scratching; Dogs with infected lesions should be prescribed antibiotics. In rare cases, warts may become malignant or cancer, which requires immediate medical treatment.

Dog warts are generally diagnosed by visual examination. When the warts are questionable or have a department of appearance, the veterinarian can perform a biopsy. Warts on dogs that occur in the mouth or neck may be undetected until the dog begins to indicate symptoms out, which may include troubleE with food and swallowing and increased salivation. The severe symptoms of oral warts may include breathing and bleeding problems.

In most cases, dog warts caused by papillomavirus do not require veterinary intervention and eventually disappear on their own. In cases where the dog is physically influenced by warts or warts, they are severe, the treatment is generally to remove warts. There are no effective medicines that would cure conventional warts caused by papillomavirus. The wart removal process in dogs is most often performed under general anesthesia and includes surgical removal or freezing of warts.