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What could this skin lump on my Chihuahua be before a vet visit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 1 month old | 5 lbs

Any idea of what this may be? I’m taking her to the vet, but just want to be prepared. Thank you.

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 30th, 2019

Hello. It is difficult to tell if this is a blister/cyst, or actual tumor. Treatment will depend on exactly what is found, but it does not look too worrisome to me. If it does require surgical removal, it looks like it should be able to be removed cleanly. Good luck & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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