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My 7-month-old Labrador puppy has a head lump that grew. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed

hi my 7 month old labrador pup has a lump on the top of her head she has had it since being a pup but recently it has got alot bigger ,is this anything to worry about please ?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 25th, 2017

If it recently got bigger than you should have a vet take a look at the lump to determine the cause. She could have an infection, cyst, or a mass and your vet can do a needle aspirate to help diagnose and then determine if any treatment is needed.

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    Answered By Rebecca, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 8th, 2017

    Hi. If the lump has been there for a little while I recommend having Clyde checked by a veterinarian. It could be a cyst, or a benign growth such as a histiocytoma, or possibly reaction to a foreign body if he managed to get a splinter or something. But just in case it is not benign the sooner you have it evaluated and treated the better off for Clyde. And if it is benign you can ease your worry.

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