My puppy has a bleeding bump he keeps licking. Is it an emergency?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 17 days old
My 6 mo old Labradoodle has developed a nickel sized raised bump that appeara to be firm and filled with a mix of serosanguinous fluid and fat. He was evaluated and cleared for travel on 12/12/17 and on 12/15 we flew to Maryland. Tonugh he started licking at it and it has begun to bleed superficially, but is not openly draining. I have iced it to try and tried to Lance it with a sterilized needle, but it does not seem to be filled with fluid that can drain. Past 10pm now: wait or emergency?
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Published on December 18th, 2017
Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I can see that there is a round, dark red to black-ish area, but am not sure where it is. This definitely appears uncomfortable, and I can see that Diggory has been licking at it by the wet fur. As long as Diggory is acting normally, eating/drinking, and not vomiting; it is most likely okay to wait until tomorrow morning to have the area looked at by a vet. You can get him an E-collar or "cone" to keep him from bothering the area. I don't recommend putting a bandage on it, as Diggory is likely to rip it off and possibly eat it. This may be caused by an infection, allergic reaction, or even certain types of cancer. A vet will be able to prescribe antibiotics, medicated shampoos/ointments, and pain medication to keep Diggory comfortable until you get to your family vet. I hope this helps and that all is well with Diggory!
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Ouch! That looks uncomfortable. Do you have access to hair or beard clippers where you could shave the hair in the area. Then I would warm compress the area with warm water and Epsom salt. I think an appointment with a veterinarian tomorrow would be appropriate. It is hard to know what originally caused this lesion. Possibly a bite wound? Spider bite? When the veterinarian sees it they may have a better idea of what originally caused it. He may need antibiotics to help resolve it. Best of luck and I hope he heals soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.
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