My small dog has recurring skin lumps that burst. Is it serious?

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Is this something to worry about? Gucci is a 7 year old maltese and shih tzu mix and he has these pimples often. I’ve never seen one burst like this though...

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be a benign or malignant growth. There is no way of knowing what it is just based on its appearance. However, this is likely a benign sebaceous adenoma based on what it looks like. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have him evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good day!

My small dog has recurring skin lumps that burst. Is it serious?

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