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My dog has a sudden crusty bump on her nose. When should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed

Our dog has a crusty looking large bump on her nose. Neither of us noticed it until this morning-I can't believe we could have overlooked it yesterday.

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on September 4th, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Bailey! If that just showed up in 24 hours I would be a bit concerned. It could be from rubbing it on something or an insect sting. Other concerns are for something malignant, like Mast Cell tumor. I would have her seen tomorrow at your Vet. You can apply triple antibiotic cream twice daily until then. I would caution you to avoid cleaning it in case it causes it to bleed. I wish you the best!

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