Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Dog has soft bump under eyelid. Is it a bug bite? Should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 9 years and 11 months old | 25 lbs

This bump appeared under my dog’s eyelid a day ago, seemingly overnight. It’s soft to the touch and very much looks like a bug bite. My dog doesn’t scratch it, it doesn’t seem to bother him in any way. Should I be worried about it. He is a 9 year old pug, neutered

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 16th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This looks fairly small and mild. This could have been a bug bite or even something like due to irritation. I would continue to monitor him for now. If this gets any larger or starts bothering him, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Otherwise, this is likely going to go away on its own. Best of luck!

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored