My puppy has a black lump on paw, but acts normal. Should I worry?

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My puppy has a black lump on his paw. His walk, appetite, etc is completely normal though. Is this something that I should be worried about?

C. Rathjens, DVM · Accepted Answer

From what I can tell in the picture, it could be an accumulation of dirt, etc that has become really thick, it could be a corn, or it could be a congenital anomaly (although I've never seen anything quite like that in a pup). I would recommend soaking his foot in an Epsom salt bath for 5 minutes and then very gently trying to break up or remove the black. If he's at all uncomfortable or resists, stop right away. If you can't easily dissolve it, I think a vet appointment is appropriate - no major rush, but in the next few weeks - just to make sure it doesn't need further testing/treatment.

My puppy has a black lump on paw, but acts normal. Should I worry?

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