My male dog has a hard, red bump near his penis. What should I do?

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Hi! Around 3 months ago I catched my dog Balder from the streets after running out on the countryside. He is estimated to be around 1 year old maybe a bit less. About a week ago I noticed a small bump next to his penis (but no attached to it) which I thought was the thing that swollens up when the dog is excited, but it's there 24/7 and during the last day it's like if it has turned a bit and starting to seeking out. The end is red now, wasn't before. The bump is hard. Do not seem like it hurts. Pet's info: Dog | Bedlington Terrier | Male | unneutered | 11 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. This could even be an infection site. 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 him evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!

My male dog has a hard, red bump near his penis. What should I do?

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