I guess it can be related to an autoimmune disorder, allergies and the like. No definite answers. I guess it's an inability to fight off certain bacteria? It's in his mouth.They did a biopsy and that is what turned up. Prednisone and Clindamycin seem to help. Thanks very much for trying to find info for us. I guess there's not much out there for this in dogs.
Su

[This message has been edited by Sudilar (edited October 17, 2000).]