What's this bumpy dark spot on my dog's stomach that feels internal?

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My 12 year old yorkie has this dark spot on her stomach. It feels bumpy but it feels like its in her stomach. It looks to be about the size of a gummy bear. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 12 years and 3 months old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I would be concerned in a senior dog like Jazzy, this bumpy dark spot could be a sign of a malignant tumor. I would have her seen by a vet in the morning to have this examined. If the vet is concerned it's a lump, they can do a fine needle aspirate on it. To do this, the vet sticks a small needle into the lump to get a sample of it's cells, and examines the cells on a slide under a microscope. It's usually painless to the animal, and relatively quick to perform. Once a diagnosis is made, the vet can discuss treatment with you.

What's this bumpy dark spot on my dog's stomach that feels internal?

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