My puppy's benign wart is growing. Should it be removed during neuter?

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My 10 month old lab puppy has a small growth on his left arm near his elbow. When we took him to the vet she said it was a benign papilloma wart and that we would watch it. Since then it seems to have gotten bigger. I am worried about this due to the fact that I have lost a dog to cancer in the past. She also stated that she would laser it off when we take him to get neutered in a few weeks. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 8 days old | 90 lbs

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

Your veterinarian is most likely correct. From your photo this looks like a benign growth but it could be slightly infected which is why it looks different. It is not uncommon for these masses to get slightly raw/abrasions and have a small infection. I would consider having it removed at the time of his neuter so it will no longer pose any further issues.

My puppy's benign wart is growing. Should it be removed during neuter?

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