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Why does my dog have a small bald spot and bump on his back leg?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 28 days old | 42 lbs

Our chocolate lab has a single tiny bald spot on his back leg just below his (knee). There is very slight bump. It's about 2 millimeters in diameter.

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 23rd, 2017

This may be the start of a small skin growth or it can be a small scar tissue from a scrap or wound. You can monitor the area for any changes. If it gets larger or starts to bother him then I would have it checked by your vet.

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