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My pet has a lump. Is it a cyst? Can I pop it myself or see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 30 lbs

I was wondering if this is a cyst? Can I pop at home? And what do I use to clean after popping?

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on June 13th, 2020

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. It looks like a growth. I would not recommend popping this at home as it may bleed heavily and it may become infected. Please, take Chapo to your local vets to examine the lump and to decide what will be the best course of treatment.

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