My dog has a white bump on her chest that's growing. Is it serious?

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• Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on August 6th, 2018

  Hello. Without a picture, it is really difficult to advise what to do except to see your veterinarian at your next convenience. This does not sound like anything serious, pets can get a variety of lumps, bumps & cysts, very few of which are serious or dangerous. But they should be pointed out to your vet. Just do not do any poking or squeezing as you could invite a pretty good infection if you are not careful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

  

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• Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

  Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

  Published on October 17th, 2017

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! These could be benign or malignant growths such as mast cell tumors. It could be an infectious or immune mediated disease though that seems less likely. This is most of the time differentiated with a test called a fine needle aspirate which is easy, cheap and pain-free. Sometimes, a biopsy is required for a diagnosis. Have Selene evaluated by your veterinarian to have this test performed to try to sort out what the diagnosis is so that the best course of action can be determined. Keeping my fingers crossed that it is something benign!

  

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• Answered By Maria DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on October 17th, 2018

  Without seeing the bumps it is difficult to say what is going on and what they are. I recommend either uploading a picture to have us see what you are talking about or making an appointment with your veterinarian. You can upload up to 3 pictures when submitting a question. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

  

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