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My dog has a warty lump on her ear. Can I treat it myself at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 7 months old | 50 lbs

My dog has this warty looking thing on the edge of her ear. Is there anything I can do to treat this at home?

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Answered By Amy S. Eutsey, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 28th, 2017

This appears from the photo to be a skin growth called a sebaceous adenoma and is likely benign. It is always best to have your vet examine your dog to make sure that this is confirmed. There is no way to make this go away without surgical removal by your veterinarian. These little masses can sometimes be a nuisance as they can bleed and become infected but otherwise are not typically harmful.

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