My schnauzer has a neck lump and snores when breathing. What is it?

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I have a three-year-old schnauzer within a week and a half has developed a very large lump inside his neck on the left side no change in appetite activity barking he does seem to Release hey snore type sound only if he is taking like a deep breath. Pet's info: Dog | Standard Schnauzer | Male | neutered | 3 years old

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

It could be an infection, inflammation, tumor, etc. He should be examined by a vet to determine the cause. Your vet can do a needle aspirate to help diagnose and then determine the best treatment. He may need an antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, or other medications depending on the cause.

My schnauzer has a neck lump and snores when breathing. What is it?

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