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My dog has a small white bump on her side, no pain. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 1 month old | 30 lbs

I have noticed a small white bump on the side of my dog. It doesn’t seem to be hurting her, but is it something to worry about?

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2018

I would not worry to much about this small growth on Daisy. This could be something very minor like a cyst. I would monitor it. If it grows or changes in any way then I would have your veterinarian take an aspirate of it. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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    Answered By Amber W

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on December 22nd, 2017

    These bumps could be several types of things including benign growths like sebaceous cysts or something more worrisome like mast cell tumors. Unfortunately the only way to know for sure is to have a veterinarian take a small needle sample or biopsy for examination under a microscope. I'd recommend having Gertie checked out by a veterinarian to ensure these growths do not need to be surgically removed. At minimum, you should closely monitor the size, shape, and color of these growths and if they are changing Gertie should have these sites biopsied. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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