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What's this firm black twig-like growth on my rabbit's back?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 2.1 lbs

My Rabbit has a firm black nail like structure on hoe back, feels attatched to the skin, almost feels like a little twig

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on June 26th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Bobbie. Not sure if this could be a wart-like growth, a teratoma (tumor) or something more problematic. Does it seem to be bothering her or painful? If so a veterinary visit is recommended. Otherwise monitor for increasing in size. Good luck.

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