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What's this bump on my dog's neck that's been there for a year?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | spayed | 20 lbs

My dog has had this foreign bump on her neck for about a year. What could this be ?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 24th, 2017

I don't see a picture associated with your post so it is hard to know the cause. It could be a cyst, benign or possibly cancerous mass. Your vet can do a needle aspirate to help diagnose and then determine the best way to treat. It may need to be removed.

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