My dog has a red growth on her torso. Is it a tumor? What should I do?

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My 7 year old rat terrier mix has a huge raised red asymmetrical angry growth on her torso. It didn't bother her at first, but now, she's licking it and acting a little lethargic. Taking her to doc in the morning. Have you seen that kind of growth?

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, younger dogs get benign red tumors like that known as hemangiomas. Older dogs may still get them, however, the malignant version hemangiosarcomas would also be very possible. Its likely that to determine wether benign or malignant, the mass will have to be removed and submitted for biopsy. Once results are obtained, then your veterinarian will be able to guide you with the next appropriate step. Hops this helps and best of luck.

My dog has a red growth on her torso. Is it a tumor? What should I do?

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