My senior dog has new moles. Is it just old age or something serious?

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My 13yr old Lhasa apso has 2 moles that have popped up recently and I am hoping it is just with old age and they are fine. Pet's info: Dog | Lhasa Apso | Male | neutered | 13 years and 10 months old

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I, too, hope they are just moles, but it is just like a spot that pops up on a human - it is ALWAYS best to have them checked out by a doctor. Your vet can examine these new lumps, and may collect a small sample of cells to be examined under a microscope for diagnosis. If there are any signs that the cells may be cancerous, then your vet will likely recommend that they be removed and sent in for official diagnosis.

My senior dog has new moles. Is it just old age or something serious?

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