My indoor cat has a strange fleshy growth. Is it a skin tag or tick?

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I found a strange growth on my cat. Almost looks like a skin tag, fleshy colored. I don’t see any legs so I’m hoping it’s not a tick. He doesn’t go outside, indoor only. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 17 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

This looks like a nipple to me - look above and below it and you should see more nipples in a line if that’s what it is. If not I’d guess this is something like a skin tag or other skin growth and it would be a good idea to have your vet take a look when you get a chance to see if it’s something that should be removed. It does not look like a tick to me.

My indoor cat has a strange fleshy growth. Is it a skin tag or tick?

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