Is my dog's long-standing white mole cancerous after being nicked?

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my dog has this mole on his right upper back. its normally white but it got nicked when my groomer shaved him. he has had this for 4-5+ years. i want to know if skin cancer. diameter is a little less than 1/2 inch. initially dark purple/black colored but now white for the past 2-3 years. he is 8 year old germ sheph/lab mix. normally healthy and has little lumbar arthritis. labs have been normal except for elevated liver enzyme/thyroid. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 90 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. This is probably one of the many benign skin nodules dogs can get. If it has been relatively quiet for the past several years, it is not likely a something neoplastic or of great concern. If it grows, changes color again, or begins to bleed, then it might be a good idea to just have it removed. Some benign growths can turn cancerous, although this is pretty rare. Do show this to your veterinarian at your next visit & thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Is my dog's long-standing white mole cancerous after being nicked?

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