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My dog has a hard lump on her cheek. Is it serious? What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 3 days old | 12 lbs

Should I be concerned about this and what should I do to get rid of it? It’s a hard lump on her cheek

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 28th, 2018

This looks like an infection to me, probably related to her skin folds. you need to take her to the vet to get it checked and treated as soon as possible, this will likely require antibiotic treatment.

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