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My dog has a hard lump on his face near his whiskers. What is it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Bullmastiff | Male | neutered | 4 years old

My dog has a hard lump on his face near his whiskers located above his canine the lump is in his soft tissue though not on his gum and his teeth look sound?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 17th, 2017

It could be an infected hair foillicle, cyst, or a mass. Have your vet take a look at it to determine the cause. Your vet can do a needle aspirate to help diagnose and then determine if treatment is needed. He may just need an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory to treat.

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