What is this painful red lump on my dog's side near her leg?

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I just found a nodule on my dogs side by her front leg appears to have came out within the past 2 days has a deep red center when i try to touch it and put pressure on it she squirms. Possible ideals? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 11 years and 6 months old | 7 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. This could even be an abscess. 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 night!

What is this painful red lump on my dog's side near her leg?

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