My dog has a recurring black scab on his groin. Vet visit needed?

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My dog has a black scab-like place on his groin. It is round and the area under it is red. I thought it was a tick at first and pulled it off but it is back. Is this something I need to see a vet over? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 7 months old | 120 lbs

Rebecca, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would recommend a vet visit for Marley. It may only be a cystic growth which is benign but dogs can develop melanoma or other cancers so having it assessed would be best. The vet may recommend a biopsy with histopatholigy to determine what the growth it. It is not an emergency that would need to be seen today but I would recommend having it evaluated soon. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has a recurring black scab on his groin. Vet visit needed?

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