My dog has a painful hard lump between her paw pads. What to do?

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My dog has a hard ball in the middle of her paws. At first I thought it was due to excessive licking but I’m no expert. What I have noticed is it seems to hurt her because every time I try to touch it she’ll take her paw away or flinch. It started about a month ago and has grown. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 2 years old | 50 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It may be an inter digi cyst or mass. You would need to have Athena physically examined by your veterinarian to diagnose either. A fine needle aspirate can be done in the clinic to collect samples for pathology. This may provide a diagnosis. Treatment options can be discussed once results are returned. In the meantime, place an e-collar (cone) on her to prevent licking until she sees the doctor. Given current events, you may need to drive up to the clinic and drop her off then wait for your veterinarian to call you to discuss findings.

My dog has a painful hard lump between her paw pads. What to do?

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