My 6-month-old dog has a soft growth on his leg. Is it a hygroma?

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My 6 month old dog has a growth on his left front leg, see pictures. It doesnt seem to bother him and he let's me massage it. Please assist. Thank you so much in advance. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 15 days old | 10 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Louie is very young to develop any masses, but it is possible. It is also possible that he injured the joint & this is joint fluid collecting under the skin. The most likely possibility is this is a hygroma. What has probably happened is Louie was resting on a fairly hard surface & the pressure of his weight has created tissue damage over the elbow bones. A fluid pocket forms as the body tries to produce its own cushioning. I do encourage you to have your veterinarian examine this, but do change his bedding to something much softer & pliant, as the hygroma may simply begin to resolve on its own over the next 2-3 weeks. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My 6-month-old dog has a soft growth on his leg. Is it a hygroma?

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