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Found a bump on my dog's chest. Is it an insect bite or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 39 lbs

Found this bump on my dog’s chest. Unsure if it is an insect bite and/or something to be concerned about?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 22nd, 2018

It is probably nothing to be concerned about. If you have some [hydrocortisone cream/spray](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/zymox-spray-with-5-hydrocortisone) you can put some on it a couple times a day for the next few days. If there is no improvement or it looks worse, then you should have your veterinarian take a look at it. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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