Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Why does my senior Doberman have painless skin lumps or growths?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Doberman Pinscher | Female | 12 years and 8 months old | 65 lbs

Is it normal for doberman pincher to get big balls like things on their body shes 12 not in pain

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 20th, 2019

These could be lipomas, or fatty growths, that wouldn't necessarily require any treatment and can be common in older dogs. It's also possible that these are tumors. I would recommend having your vet examine Bella - they might recommend testing the lumps using a needle to determine what they are.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored