My dog has a red lump with a hole on his paw. Should I worry?

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On the top of my dogs left front foot a red hairless pump with a hole in the middle appeared over night... I am so worried about him he is nearly 11 years old, we don't know what kind of dog he is, he's a mix, we have had him since he was a puppy and nothing like this has ever happened before lease help. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 10 years and 6 months old | 28 lbs

C. Rathjens, DVM · Accepted Answer

This looks like either a mass or an infection. I would recommend taking Tiny in to his regular vet clinic as soon as possible (but no need to go to the emergency clinic). They will likely sample the growth (no sedation required) and look at it under a microscope to decide what to do next. Surgical removal may be needed. If they aren't sure if it's an infected mass or just an infection, they might treat with oral antibiotics for a few days before deciding about surgery. Good luck!

My dog has a red lump with a hole on his paw. Should I worry?

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