My dog has a growing bump. Should I be worried and see a vet now?

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My dog is an 11 year old jack wrestle terrier and in May/June I noticed a small bump on her chest area. Not knowing much about bumps on dogs personally, I assumed she got a fox tail sticker stuck in her. It's been there for almost 2 months now and it's seemed to have grown, I plan to take her to the vet this weekend but I want to know, should I be really worried about her and take her to the vet tomorrow instead of waiting a week? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

As long as she is otherwise acting ok, it is not growing rapidly, and/or has a discharge then you could wait and take her this weekend. Your vet can do a needle aspirate to help determine the cause and determine if the lump needs to be removed or treated.

My dog has a growing bump. Should I be worried and see a vet now?

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