MerlinsMum Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 This morning I was brushing the dogs' teeth and I noticed that Merlin has a fairly large growth on his gum. It's very hard to the touch. My vet is closed today, but I am thinking I should call them tomorrow to make an appointment. Have you seen this before? What do you think it could be? Could it have been caused by chewing on the rawhide I gave them the other day (and yesterday)? They don't usually get it. Any advice you can give would be appreciated... right now it doesn't seem to be hurting him. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 (edited) Guessing it's an epulis. Lenny had one. My vet took care of it when Lenny had his dental. They're usually benign but always best to have the vet check it out Edited July 5, 2010 by cbudshome Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 What cbudshome said . Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 5, 2010 Author Share Posted July 5, 2010 Thank you very much to you both.... I looked up epulis and found another GT thread about it... it looks just like Merlin's. I'll call my vet tomorrow morning. I guess I'll schedule a dental at the same time, he's due one, I was just procrastinating because I'm a nervous nelly when it comes to the hounds' dentals... Thank you! Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bigbrindlebunny Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 I've got no wisdom, never do. We're just sending Merlin good thoughts for a good Vet visit and dental. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saharasmom Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 When I saw your topic title, I thought epulis, too. Good luck at the vet. His teeth look pretty clean, too. Quote Rebeccawith Atlas the borzoi, Luna the pyr, and Madison the cat, always missing Sahara(Flyin Tara Lyn) and Coltrane(Blue on By) the greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 5, 2010 Author Share Posted July 5, 2010 (edited) When I saw your topic title, I thought epulis, too. Good luck at the vet. His teeth look pretty clean, too. The ones at the back are pretty bad, he hasn't had a dental in two and a half years. Thanks for your input and good thoughts! Edited July 5, 2010 by MerlinsMum Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downloader Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 Good luck at the vets Merlin, hope is nothing Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Teddy had the same thing on the roof of his mouth. The only reason I noticed it was because he roaches so much with his mouth hanging open, I could see it. When he had his 1st dental, I had it removed. it was benign and I suspect Merlins would be as well. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Merlin for you Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest caliebsmom Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Sending positive vibes that all is well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 No experience here Kerry but a ton of good thoughts for Merlin and many for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fasave Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Just adding my guy was diagnosed with a benign epulis last week on the roof of his mouth. Sending good thoughts to Merlin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 6, 2010 Author Share Posted July 6, 2010 Just adding my guy was diagnosed with a benign epulis last week on the roof of his mouth. Sending good thoughts to Merlin! That's such a relief! Glad he is going to be okay. Let's hope Merlin is just as lucky... Thanks for your input, I really appreciate it. I have an appointment to see my vet tomorrow afternoon. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjw Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Looks like you've got your answer, I just wanted to compliment you and the quality of the pics - it's not easy taking a picture of a greyhound's gumline lol! Quote CAMP GREYHOUND Tempo (Keep the Tempo), Nora (Road Noise) & Gabe the babe (Gable Habenero), Cooper (Uncle Bud's Coop), Topper (Red Top), & Galgos Lisette & Manolito. Missing our beloved angels Cody (Kiowa My Dodie), Lou (Cantankerous Lou), Romi (FingerRoll), Connie (Devie's Concord), Millie (Djays Overhaul), Bailey (Hallo Forty nine), Andy (Iza Handy Boy, and Rocco (Ripley Rocco), Gracie (VS Megan), Eragon the Longdog, Joey (WJS Flashfire), Roy (Folly and Glory) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyt2love Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Good luck , Merlin!! Keeping fingers and toes all crossed here that you will be fine !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 Good thoughts to Merlin! Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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