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What is this new spot on my senior dog's foot? Is it cancer?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 16 years and 1 month old | 45 lbs

My name is amy my dog nova has a spot on her foot she 13 it showed up in last couple days. Her behavior is normal but I'm just not sure what to think of this spot. Is it a malignant cyst? Or cancer?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 15th, 2020

Unfortunately you can't tell by looks. That looks big which is concerning. I recommend to have Nova examined by the veterinarian. They may need to aspirate some cells to know what this is. Protect the area from licking by having Nova wear an elizabethan collar. I hope this helps.

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