What is this black spot on my dog's paw? He's a 2-year-old dachshund.

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Hi , something black is in my son's right paw, and he seems have no pain. I didnt realize it until know, he is a 2 year old intact dachshund. I attached photo. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 11 months old | 15 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

You will need to have this examined by your veterinarian as this could either be a harmless wart or it could be a beginning melanoma which may need to be removed while it is small. It is not possible to determine what exactly this is just from a photo. Please make an appointment with your vet.

What is this black spot on my dog's paw? He's a 2-year-old dachshund.

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