Why does my 7-year-old Shih Tzu have a lumpy tail base near her rear?

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The tail part near the anal of my 7 year old shih tzu seems to be a bit wollen then lobg and thin again. Is this normal? I have just recently been brushing her again instead of taking her to the groomer and noticed this. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | spayed | 8 years old | 11.5 lbs

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Sometimes if dogs get a bit more fat on them they can have a thickening near the top of the tail that looks like a swelling but is just fat. If it is not red, hot to touch, or painful, then I would monitor it. If it is growing then have it seen by a vet. It sounds like it is likely just normal anatomy though. You can always post your question again with pictures. Best of luck with Leila!

Why does my 7-year-old Shih Tzu have a lumpy tail base near her rear?

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