Why Is My Dog's Nose Bleeding? What to Do and When to Go the ER

Learn why nasal tumors bleed, how to manage nosebleeds in dogs, and when to visit the vet in this life-saving episode with Dr. Brooke Britton.

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Nasal tumors in dogs can cause distressing nosebleeds, as listener Holly shares about her senior dog. In this episode, Molly Jacobson and veterinary oncologist Dr. Brooke Britton discuss why nose tumors bleed, what owners can do during an emergency, and when to seek veterinary care. Dr. Britton explains the fragile nature of blood vessels in nasal tumors, how bone destruction contributes to bleeding, and the potential risks of trying to stop a nosebleed at home. She also highlights when advanced care, like surgical intervention or radiation therapy, may be needed. If your dog has a nasal tumor or frequent nosebleeds, this episode is essential listening.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

Why nasal tumors bleed so much
How to handle nosebleeds at home safely
When a dog’s nosebleed becomes an emergency
Treatment options for managing nasal tumors

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Related Links:

Our overview of nasal or nose cancer: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/types-of-dog-cancer/nose-cancer-in-dogs/

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

00:30 – Holly’s Question: Why Do Tumors Bleed?

01:30 – How Tumors Cause Bleeding

02:15 – Bleeding from Both Nostrils: What It Means

03:30 – Tumors, Bone Destruction, and Brain Invasion

04:15 – Can You Prevent Bleeding at Home?

06:00 – When to See a Vet for a Nosebleed

07:00 – Treatment Options for Nasal Tumors