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My dog has a squishy, purple, itchy bump on his ear. What is it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | neutered | 10 months and 20 days old | 25 lbs

He’s got a bump that’s squishy and it’s purple what can it be? He itches it all the time

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 21st, 2019

I don’t see a distinct bump in your picture although I do see some purple at the outer edge of the ear. I’m wondering if Kujoe might have an aural hematoma, or a blood clot in the ear. I’d recommend having your vet examine him in person to determine what this might be.

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