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What is this lump on the neck of a cat I found? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello I recently found a cat and I always come by and play with it, and feed it. i’m not sure if it’s my neighbors cat because it’s always hanging out there but i’m sure it isn’t but it has this thing on its neck and i’m wonderinh what is it??

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2018

This appears to be a tumor, but does not have a characteristic appearance of any specific tumor. It would be best to alert you neighbors, because this can be cancerous and should be evaluated by a veterinarian. Below is a link to more information about tumors. https://mobile.petcoach.co/amp/article/lumps-and-bumps-on-your-pet I hope that helps and all is well with the cat.

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