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My pug has a small, dry lump on its eyelid. What should I do?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 4 years and 10 months old

A Small lump has appeared on top of our pug dogs eyelid , it appears solid and dry and doesnt have much hair on it . Cheers Alex

4 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Amber W

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on December 14th, 2017

Hi Alex, thanks for the question! From the pictures it's hard to say for sure what the lump could be. The only way to know for sure would be to have Luigi examined by a veterinarian and have a small needle sample obtained from the lump. I'd definitely recommend scheduling an appointment because the location of that lump makes it difficult for surgical removal if it should grow any larger.

Possible causes for a growth in that location include benign causes like a meibomian gland tumor or cancerous tumors, like a mast cell tumor. Your best bet is to have it checked out to determine if surgical removal is necessary.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and best of luck to you and Luigi!

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on January 24th, 2018
This is likely to be a small corneal ulceration and yes it requires immediate medical attention as it is painful and (especially in pugs) it could turn into a melting ulcer (so a more serious type of ulcer that can rapidly perforate the eye).
Antibiotic eye drops and pain relief medications are required.

Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
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Answered By Ana M, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on December 7th, 2018
Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. Eyelid growths can be common in dogs. The majority develop out of the glands that line the eyelids and are benign, but dogs can develop infections and cancerous growths as well. He will need to see his veterinarian to know if he requires treatment. It is best to have him seen before the mass grows. If it requires surgical removal, it is easier when it is small. I hope this information helps!
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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on June 27th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. There is no way of knowing what it is just based on its appearance. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have him evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!
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