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My dog has a red tag-like growth on her eye. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | 10 years and 2 months old | 66 lbs

My dog has a red tag type thing on her eyeball. It seems to increase in size slightly. Could you assist me please?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 27th, 2019

This appears to be a tumor of the eye and should be addressed by your veterinarian or a veterinary ophthalmologist. We are unable to determine if it is malignant or not without a physical exam and diagnostics. It may also be due to infection or trauma. If Scout is pawing or rubbing at the eye, place an e-collar (cone) on her until she sees the doctor.

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