What's this sudden, painless lump on my dog's leg or paw?

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My dog has a weird growth/mass on his back left leg/ paw; not sure what this can be...it seems like it developed over night. It’s not hurting him any idea? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 11 years and 11 months old | 16 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

From the photo this looks like either a fluid filled cyst or a mass. If it were an infection it would be painful and inflamed. I recommend a veterinary exam to feel this and perhaps insert a needle in it to look at the cells. From those they can tell you what it is and if it should be removed. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Barkley.

What's this sudden, painless lump on my dog's leg or paw?

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