Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 10 years and 9 months old | 5 lbs
I was petting my yorkie when I noticed a raised mole or scab that I thought was strange. Upon inspection and touching it, it popped right out. It has left a small hole on her back but no pus or blood. I have no idea what this is and whether I should be concerned or not.
3 Answers
Published on February 13th, 2019
Things like this can be an enlarged pore that has accumulated a wax ball or sometimes a cyst that has dried up and the body has blocked off. Generally these pets will be fine. Wash the area gently with soap and rinse it well. Gently pat it dry. Make sure Stella does not lick at it as this can make it inflamed and prone to infection. Look at it daily for any signs of redness, swelling or discharge. If these are seen, take her to the veterinarian. Generally these lesions will fill in and don’t require you to apply any treatment. They may also reappear at a later date. If anything looks suspicious, have it checked out. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.
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Published on March 29th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could have been a small cyst, a small sting/bite (tick, other), or something like an area where a thorn or pricker was. Clean it out gently with some warm water or a little hydrogen peroxide. Keep an eye on it and if it becomes red, inflamed, has discharge, or you have any concerns, see the vet at your earliest convenience.
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Published on April 28th, 2018
It could be that Winnie had a cyst and it ruptured. I would gently clean the area with warm water and antiseptic soap, and keep the area clean and dried. Do not let her lick at it. Keep the vet appointment for Friday, as if it is a cyst, the sac of it may need to be removed surgically to prevent it from reoccurring. Best of luck, I hope this helps!
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