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, I would like to know why my Yorkie/Poodle has developed a purple tongue, he hurt his back 3 weeks ago and is recovering, he also needs his teeth cleaned an perhaps one pulled, but we were waiting until he feels better. Can you help me, my vet does not know. thank you nne at wiseami@shaw.ca

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Your dog is breathing heavy and tongue turning dark red?

When dogs are breathing heavy it can be a sign that something is wrong. Heavy panting can be caused by heatstroke and their tongue can turn dark red, purple, or blue if they are suffering from heatstroke. The dog should be moved to a cool place and given cool water and if their temperature is over 104 degrees, you should get them to a vet.


What animal has a purple tongue?

Contrary to a popular myth, having a purple tounge does not indicate the dogs breed in any way. Purple, blue, and black spottings on the tounge/mouth (ans sometimes covering the whole toungue), are nothing more then large deposits of melanin, much like a freckle. It can be found in every breed of dog, albeit some are more suspectable such as labs and chows. The coloring does not effect the dogs health in any way.


Do snakes breath out of there tongue?

No - Snakes breath with their lungs - just as every other air-breathing animal does!


What is the sign of a black purple spot on tongue?

A black or purple spot on the tongue could be indicative of a variety of conditions including trauma, oral cancer, or oral infections. It is important to have it evaluated by a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.


What would happen if a dog licks freon?

If a dog licks freon, it can cause irritation to their mouth, tongue, and esophagus. Freon is a toxic gas that can be harmful if ingested, leading to symptoms such as vomiting, drooling, difficulty breathing, and in severe cases, it can be fatal. It's important to seek veterinary care immediately if you suspect your dog has licked freon.

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What happens if there is a purple line on your tongue?

Is it on the bottom side of your tongue? That's one of the veins that delivers blood to your tongue. The blue coloring of your vein appears purple through the pink coloring of your tongue.


Under your tongue is purple is this bad?

If there is a patch of purple color under your tongue you should see a doctor as it is not a good sign.


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