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My dog has a bump on his eyelid. Is it a skin tag or something else?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 14 years and 2 months old | 25 lbs

Do skin tags grow on a dog's eye?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 12th, 2017

Meinomian gland tumors are common benign growths that occur on the eyelid margin and look similar to a skin tag. There are some other types of tumors that can occur at the eyelid margin as well so if your pet has a new growth you should have it checked by your veterinarian.

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    Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 16th, 2019

    In your picture the growth looks like it could be a meibomian gland tumor which is a benign growth of the eyelid margin. If it is rubbing on the surface of the cornea it will probably need to be removed. I would recommend having your vet examine the growth in person - there are other growths or inflammatory conditions that can look very similar.

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    Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 8th, 2017

    From the pictures you have sent the "bump" appears to be a skin growth. There are several types off masses that can grow in the skin of dogs, even around the eye like this, such as cysts, lipomas, melanomas and other types of cancers. Some are benign and some are malignant, so careful observation is important, as well as having a vet examine it if you are concerned. Since you only just noticed the lump, I would continue to monitor it for growth, ulceration, changes in texture or color. Measure the mass with a ruler so you can compare its growth in a couple weeks time. Rapidly growing masses are more concerning. I hope that this answer was helpful and more importantly that Buddy feels better soon. Warmest regards to you both.

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