My senior dog's skin tag is irritated, swollen, and dark. Is it dangerous?

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hey.My 10 year old girl has a skin tag on her inner thigh for many years already (about 8 years). Yesterday I saw the skin tag and it seems a bit irritated and swollen and the tip of it got darker. Is it dangerous? should I do something? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I do not think this is anything to be worried about right now. Just point it out to the vet at Skippy's next veterinary appointment. Sometimes these skin tags will change colors but that doesn't necessarily mean it is a problem. Rarely will skin tags turn into a malignancy. Of course, if you are worried about it there is no harm in having your vet check it out now. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My senior dog's skin tag is irritated, swollen, and dark. Is it dangerous?

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