My dog is scratching his face. What's this pink, veiny bump under eye?

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I noticed my dog scratching at his face earlier. I looked under his left eye and found what looks like a weird bump. It is light pink with what looks like little veins running across it. I haven’t noticed it before today and he hasn’t had any other symptoms except pawing at his face. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 9 years and 11 months old | 18 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

I recommend to have this bump examined by Baxter’s veterinarian. Raised pink hairless masses can be many thing but there is a concern for a skin cancer called a Mast Cell tumor. The veterinarian may recommend to aspirate that mass since that’s the best way to know if it’s something serious. I hope it’s nothing serious and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My dog is scratching his face. What's this pink, veiny bump under eye?

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