My 2-year-old Shih Tzu has a crusty lump on her back leg. What is it?

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hi my 2 year old shih tzu has a crusty lump on her back right leg any ideas what it is? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | spayed | 2 years old | 7 lbs

Justin Plunk, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! What you are describing on Molly could be anything from ringworm to a red button tumor. From what you are describing, this lesion sounds raised, so I'm more inclined to think something like the red button tumor, a papilloma, or an insect/spider bite/sting. Generally, those types of things are self-limiting, but I would recommend having it examined by a veterinarian to be sure, especially if it gets bigger and/or starts bothering Molly. Hope this helps!

My 2-year-old Shih Tzu has a crusty lump on her back leg. What is it?

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