Reviewed by Dr. Sara Ochoa Calcinosis cutis in dogs is a rare disease caused by the buildup of calcium salt crystals. It usually occurs in large breeds (for example, German Shepherds) and can affect puppies and senior dogs. One typical symptom is the appearance of heavy lumps that form under the dog’s skin, lips, and …
Lumps and Bumps
This category covers all aspects of mysterious lumps and bumps on dogs.
Every dog gets them, but what are they?
You’ll discover a wide variety of posts that discuss everything from mast cell tumors to sebaceous cysts, tumors, and adenomas.
What are those mysterious lumps in my dog’s mouth? If you’ve ever had a question like that, this is the place to be.
Medically reviewed by Paula Simons, DVM Seeing a new lump on your dog is worrisome. You hear so much about cancerous lumps that even harmless sebaceous adenomas in dogs can cause fear. Try looking up information on any type of skin condition in dogs and you’ll likely end up more confused than when you started. …
Updated: April 20th, 2022 If you’re anything like me, you probably don’t think about your dog’s dental care until there’s a problem… like a bump on your dog’s tongue, or you catch a whiff of bad breath. Life is busy and no matter how good your intentions are, it’s hard to stick to a good …
Benign meibomian gland cysts in dogs are non-cancerous. They originate in the meibomian gland (or sebaceous glands) of the eye. They tend to occur in older dogs and can affect any breed. Are you worried about any unusual lumps and bumps in or around your dog’s eyes? If so, it’s a good idea to make …
Learn how to safely drain a cyst on a dog while avoiding infection, pain, or complications.
Updated October 25, 2021. As your fingers weave their way through your dog’s soft fur, you suddenly feel something unusual. A new lump! It strikes fear in all pet owners. Naturally, our minds go to the worst-case scenario. Thankfully, most of the lumps we find on our dogs are not malignant. It’s common for older …
updated on March 28th, 2022. Sebaceous cysts on dogs are a pretty common type of skin growth. They’re not pretty, but they’re harmless. If you’re worried about a new lump on your dog, it’s important to see a veterinarian. The trained eye of a licensed veterinarian may be able to make an educated guess as …