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Red bump on dog's paw with hair sticking out. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 75 lbs

My dog has a red blister like bump on top of his back paw, with hairs sticking out of it, what can i do from home, it doesnt seem to bother him

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 22nd, 2019

I am sorry to hear about Bubba! A photo of the paw may help us to better answer your question! One possible cause would be a histiocytoma https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952066 . I would recommend having your vet examine the area to determine if it is something requiring treatment or something that can just be monitored.

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