Most lumps and bumps in dogs are benign, but some can be cancerous (malignant). Lumps and bumps can develop in both young and old dogs but the chance of malignant tumors increase with age. It’s important to check your pet’s body for lumps and bumps that weren’t there before and have them checked by a vet the soonest possible time.
Benign lumps and bumps
These are non-cancerous, which means they are not capable of spreading to other sites or tissues beyond where they have developed. In general, they are not a cause for concern except if they continue to grow and restrict the dog’s movements or interfere in some way with the dog’s breathing. In this cases, surgical removal may be necessary.
If you notice any growths on your pet’s skin that were not there before, you should have it examined by a vet care Westminster, MD sooner rather than later.
