My dog has a bleeding bump on his foot. Should I take him to the vet?

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My dog has a bit of a raised bump that was bleeding and has since stopped on his foot. I just didn't know if there was anything I could do for it or just watch it and see a vet if it gets worse. This evening is the first we have seen it. Doesn't seem to bother him. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 10 months old | 48 lbs

Dr. Kristin DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for your question. I recommend taking Barrett to the vet to have this looked at. It isn't an emergency, but it is tough to tell from the photo if this is a little abscess that needs to get opened up and drained, or if this is something like a histiocytoma. Histiocytomas are skin lesions that can pop up in young dogs. Histiocytomas are usually not a big concern, and most often go away in 2-3 months. Your vet and perform a fine needle aspirate and collect cells from the bump with a needle to examine under a microscope. This will tell them what type of bump it is, and if removal is necessary. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has a bleeding bump on his foot. Should I take him to the vet?

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