I have a dog that keeps on getting lumps, but they disappear the next day.?

Question

I took her to the vet before, but the next day there were no lumps. I took pictures this time & I want to see one on the "senior" vets this time. Not one just out of vet school. Any other suggestions or does anyone know what this could be?

They don't seem to hurt.

Answer 1

My American Pit Bull Terrier has the same problem. She gets little lumps from the grass...it's like an allergic reaction. If she isn't scratching when she has them I wouldn't worry too much about it. Mine scratches sometimes, but other times they don't bother her at all. I just give her a little bit of
Benadryl(sp?) (it's what the vet said to do) and she's fine!

Good Luck!

Answer 2

I think it is probably an allergy to specific insect bites. Just like us --we get bit by a mosquito or fly, and it grows a little lump, then goes away. Look for bees or ants in the yard too, maybe she is getting stung and has a brief allergic reaction. One other thing it could be is if she is play-fighting with another dog or family cat, and the skirmish gets a little rough and a tooth or claw causes a small wound that swells for a brief time. Take a look at the lumps close up - do they have a wound or stinger mark? Does she scratch it? Is it very localized? How big is the lump? How many of them? Is the skin red, or does the hair fall out around the lump?

It is not likely cysts since those usually stay longer than a day - most cysts can last weeks, months, or even years - just like people.

One last thing is that it could be a food allergy. Try switching her regular diet for one of those natural dog foods to see if that helps. And no treats while you are trying this - she could also be allergic to the treats. Take note how she reacts to the lumps.

When you speak to the vet, give them the whole history of when it started, what food you feed her, where the dog hangs out, etc. The more info you give them, the better.

Answer 3

Some breeds of dogs get infected nodes (just under the skin) and after they rest the swelling goes down. But when the pooch is active then they will swell again. Either way - get another opinion from a different Vet - - - - you don't want to lose your furry friend! Take care CJ

Answer 4

One of my dogs gets those and they are caused by allergies, at least in my dog's case. They show up, stay a few days and disappear. When a dog has allergies, it usually affects their skin. Talk to your vet about trying a round of antihistamines and see if that helps.
If they aren't painful, they aren't erupting or there is no puss present than it is likely something very minor like allergies causing it.

Answer 5

I heard somewhere, wish I could remember where, that many health problems such as cysts and cancers found in dogs in their senor years ar attributed to the poor quality dog foods that are available on the market. Unfortunately many can't afford high grade dog food containing minimal unnecessary fillers. Also many just won't shell out that kind of cash just for a pet.

I am personally conducting my own experiment by feeding my dog human grade dog food. Guess I won't find out for another decade if it works.

Answer 6

My friend's dog has gotten those as she has gotten older. They are all benign and not painful, so they are not a concern. Just clear it with your vet- I am sure they have seen it before!

Answer 7

maybe an allergy show the vet the pictures

Answer 8

my dog has the same thing i guess it happens when they get older

Answer 9

It could be that they are just "Cysts"...... pockets of fluid that just show up and dissapear for no apparent reason.................perfectly harmless.........