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What is this bump on my dog's leg? Is it a wart, cyst, or infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed | 2 years and 3 months old | 45 lbs

Hello I was wondering what this thing on my dogs leg was ? I was thinking maybe a wart?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 27th, 2018

It could be a cyst, infection, mass, or possibly a wart. Your vet could do a needle aspirate to determine the exact cause and then determine the best way to treat. She might need an antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, or your vet may want to remove the lesion.

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