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What is this knot under my 1-year-old Corgi's eye? Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 30 lbs

My 1 year old corgi has a knot below his left eye, his appetite is fine and he acts the same I'm worried about what it i

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

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Published on September 30th, 2017

It's a bit difficult to tell from the photo but a swelling in that location under the eye is usually due to a tooth root abscess ( the 4th upper premolar). I would try to get him in to your vet as soon as you can but it is not an emergency. Here is a link to an article regarding this issue: http://www.michigananimalhospital.com/page/422809604 Hope this helps. Best wishes!

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