Confused: Dog paw lump, groomer says foxtail, vet says chronic. What is it?

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Groomer felt lump in foot and showed me sore between toes thinks it's a foxtail causing lump..Vet said lump is chronic and clean with perioxide? She isn't limping not really licking let's me look at it but she may be a silent warrior? A chronic lump? Pet's info: Dog | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier | Female | spayed | 9 years and 7 months old | 30 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. There is no way of knowing what it is just based on its appearance. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!

Confused: Dog paw lump, groomer says foxtail, vet says chronic. What is it?

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