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My dog has a bump above his eye. When should I worry or treat it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maremma Sheepdog | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 38 lbs

Hi, my names Dilan and I own a 2 and half year old maremma sheepdog named toby. Recently I realised that a small bump had formed above his eye and I just wanted to now if I should be worried and what I can do to get rid of it, Thank you.

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 20th, 2019

It looks like a possible insect bite.If it is not bothering Toby then no treatment is needed it will likely resolve on its own. If ti happens to not resolve within 1-2 weeks, then it is a mass and should be examined and possibly tested through your vet to determine if it is a mass we should seek surgical removal on or not. I hope that things work out well for your pet Toby moving forward. Best of luck and take care. : )

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