My dog has a lump on his leg that's getting bigger. What should I do?

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Hi, i will really appreciate any help. This thing been on my dogs lef for couple weeks it ws much smaller, today i realized that it got much bigger. I was going to take him to vet clinic but due to incoming hurricane to florida every place is closed, is this something i need to worrt about? Please see pics. By the way my dog acts normal, eats and plays well. And that thing doesnt look like bothering him. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 65 lbs

Cara, DVM, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Given that Pasha is a young dog it is hopefully a benign mass like a histiocytoma, which typically goes away on its own in a month or two. Once it's safe I would have him checked out by your vet just to make sure. Stay safe in the storm!

My dog has a lump on his leg that's getting bigger. What should I do?

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