My 7-month-old puppy has a weird lump on his tongue. Is it serious?

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Hello, my dog's name is Rex, he is a German Shepherd Husky mix, he is 7 months. Recently I've noticed he had something really weird in his right side of his tongue, it doesn't seem to bother him he is eating normally and behaving normal, but it looks out of place, I would like to know what it is and if there is any danger to it. Thanks in advance. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | 7 months and 5 days old | 58 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Rex! Without seeing a picture I can't tell you if you should be concerned. Possibilities could be a swollen salivary gland under his tongue, a growth on his tongue or in his mouth, something stuck in his mouth or trauma to his tongue. If it is an irregular looking grey or white growth it could be a papilloma. They are contagious and most dogs get them from playing with other dogs. They are common in young dogs that go to dog parks or doggie day care. They are benign and usually go away on their own. if you can gt a picture I'd be happy to look. I hope this helps!

My 7-month-old puppy has a weird lump on his tongue. Is it serious?

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