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My dog has a lump on her nipple. Could it be a pimple or mastitis?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltipoo | Female | spayed | 10 lbs

I noticed my dog had a pimple on her nipple. Can dogs get pimples? Could it be mastitis ?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 24th, 2019

Without examining her myself it is difficult to say what is going on. Can you post again with some photos? Mastitis in a spayed dog is virtually unheard of. Dogs don't get pimples, they can get pustules (an infected hair follicle).

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