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  • The condition of your dog's skin is an excellent gauge to its overall health. While the exact causes of dog skin tags remains unclear, the appearance of skin tags could raise a red flag that your pup is beginning to experience a health problem.

    Identification

    In veterinary jargon, dog skin tags can be called any of the following: fibropapillomas, skin polyps, fibrin tags or achrochordons. The good news is that all of these are benign and not cancerous.

    Considerations

    The best way to keep dog's skin and coat healthy is through regular grooming. Brush your four-legged friend everyday so you will know if unusual growths occur.

    Causes

    Skin disorders are often linked to immune deficiency caused by poor diet. Your veterinary can advise if pup needs better nutrition.

    Treatment

    Unless the tag is causing discomfort or irritation, most veterinarians recommend not removing the tag.

    Heredity

    In most cases, the causes of dog skin tags are simply hereditary. Some breeds, such as boxers, are more disposed to skin tags than others.

    Source:

    Med Help: Dogs Community: Skin Tags

    Cure Zone: Skin Tags On My Dog

    Forces of Nature: Dog Skin Tags

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