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My dog has a growing skin tag. Can I remove it at home or see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered

My dog has a big skin tag that keeps getting bigger. Is there anything I can do at home to get rid of it or should I go to a vet and have them take it off? They told me it would cost more money to put him to sleep then the procedure. i can not get my pics to upload

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on July 6th, 2018

That is not something you can do at home as it probably has a good blood supply and will bleed a lot if not surgically removed. This shouldn’t be an emergency procedure so I recommend getting an estimate for the growth removal and saving up to get it done soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Caine.

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