Dark Lump on a Leg and Red Paws in an Older Dog
by Rick
(novato ca marin county)
Reader Question
i have a 13yr old pit bull and she has a big ball on her hind leg the color is dark brown almost black she keeps chewing on it finally alittle blood is coming out of it and also she keeps licking her paws and feet and they are turn red between them.. i dont no what to do is there anything i can put on her or meditcation i can give her i dont have enough money to go to the vet any help please
Answer from Our Team
A dark lump that's being chewed and bleeding should be checked by a vet, since some dark lumps are tumors. Red skin between the toes is usually allergy or infection.
Keep the lump covered or use a cone to stop chewing. If cost is a worry, ask your vet about a payment plan, or look for a low-cost clinic, humane society clinic or veterinary school near you.
See lumps and bumps on dogs and skin rashes in dogs.
This is general information, not a diagnosis. Please follow your own vet's advice.
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