![]() ![]() Some dogs may chew or bump these masses and make them bleed. They often appear overnight and sometimes will disappear without treatment. These masses can look angry, because of their bright red color and “bubbled” surface. ![]() Histiocytomas are an abnormal growth of immune cells in the skin, and are often seen on young dogs.If they grow quickly, or they are located where they may restrict normal range of motion, such as behind an elbow, surgical removal may be recommended. Lipomas are usually left alone, except for monitoring their growth. They are generally soft growths, but may become firm if they grow under a muscle layer. ![]() They remain relatively mobile (skin moves around them freely) unless they invade local muscle and connective tissue. These “fatty tumors” are almost always benign growths, and are usually just under the skin.
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