My dog has a red, swollen lump that isn't healing. Should I see a vet?

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My dog has kind off mosquito bit which is red in color and looks big in size. I am applying antiseptic spray but the boil like thing located between shoulder and above right paw is not going away. I have noticed this since 3-4 days. Pls help if we need to see a vet urgently or we can wait to see if it is healing or no. I think the reddish color is light and swelling is less than before but I afraid and not sure if it is going deeper. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 25 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Any lumps/bumps that you notice on your dog should be checked out by your vet. Lumps are usually one of these things: * abscess * cyst * tumor * wart There is no way I can tell you what it is just by looking at a photo but I have a suspicion it is a histiocytoma (benign tumor) or a cyst. The product you are using will not hurt but it will not make this go away. It is not urgent but you should get her to your vet for an exam in the next few days.

My dog has a red, swollen lump that isn't healing. Should I see a vet?

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