My dog has black lumps on her head that flake brown. What are they?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 40 lbs
My dog has these little lumps on her head. At first i thought they were ticks but i don't think that's what they are. Some of them are flaking. The lumps are black but flake off brown
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Published on December 14th, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! These could benign or malignant growths. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!
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Published on September 16th, 2019
That could be a histiocytoma which is a benign tumor that often will regress on it's own but it is difficult to be sure just by looking at some photos. Some other possibilities: an injury, an infection, a cyst, an autoimmune disorder. It is good you are taking her to the vet for an exam. They can tell you more after looking her over.
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