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My spayed chihuahua has a bump near her nipple. What should I monitor?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 4 years and 4 months old | 3 lbs

My four year old chihuahua has a slightly larger bump/Nipple where the nipples supposed to be & it's the same color as her entire torso. I'm nervous because I had her spayed at a year and a half, I can't afford to take her to the vet for a few months, what should I be looking for?

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 4th, 2017

It seems a little far off to the side be associated with her mammary gland. Since it just came up, you can monitor it for any changes m. It is gets larger than have her checked. If it does not change it maybe a cyst or fatty deposit and not an emergency problem.

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on April 27th, 2018
If it has not changed size and/or shape, it is likely just a harmless mass. Be sure to keep monitoring the growth for change. Do not squeeze it. If it starts growing or changing shape you need to have it examined by your veterinarian.
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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on July 26th, 2019
Hello. For now, just monitor the area. Cancer is very rare in the very young, but it can happen. The good thing is that you found this very early. I would have your veterinarian look at this at your next scheduled visit ( this is not an emergency ). She may aspirate a few cells to look for any abnormalities, or just decide to monitor things as well. So at this point, just keep a good eye on things. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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