What are the odds skin tags and bumps on my senior dog are cancer?

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My dog has developed a (what I’m assuming) skin tag, and a small bump that I think looks like a wart. she is a elderly (12 years old) Doberman mix that is my entire world. I obviously will get them both checked but I just wanted to ask what the odds are that they are cancerous? She has no other issues, they do not bother her at all, they both move with the skin and do not bleed or anything of the sorts. The skin tag is on the front left leg the “wart” is on back right. Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 11 years old | 55 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I agree that the first picture appears to be a skin tag and the second picture looks like it could be a cyst or perhaps a Sebaceous adenoma. I am not too concerned about these masses, but obviously an examination is far better than an evaluation of a picture. If your veterinarian is concerned they appear small enough that perhaps removal with just a local anesthesia may work. Best of luck and I hope she does well. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

What are the odds skin tags and bumps on my senior dog are cancer?

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