Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My dog has a bump on his lower lip. Is it serious or just a trauma?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 3 years and 1 month old | 70 lbs

My dog has a weird bump on his lower lip.

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 8th, 2017

This could be caused by trauma (biting his lip) or it could be an early mass or even an infected gland. You could monitor its size and shape every day to every few days and if it hasn't changed Jax could be ok just to watch it until his next veterinary visit.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored