Why does my dog have skin tags or bumps on her legs and armpits?

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My dog has these clearing looking clusters of skins tags? I would call them on her legs and under her arms.. armpit area. we had another dog years ago with the same thing. any idea what these could be? I can't find any pictures similar to what I am seeing on her. I mean the look like little tics but aren't. Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 56 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, these look like acrochordons plaques, possibly from microtrauma ( does Tipsy wear a harness ?), or from an irritation stemming from bacteria, yeast, or skin mites. I would recommend an examination of the skin with skin scrapes & cytology, & if nothing is found, perhaps rule out food allergy with a trial hypoallergenic diet. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Why does my dog have skin tags or bumps on her legs and armpits?

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