Erica J. asked
My 8-year-old brown Lab/Rotti cross has a big, firm lump on his right rear hip that appeared today. There are no visible punctures, but he has been in recent fights and runs a lot. Could it be a bug bite, a swollen muscle, or something else?
July 17th, 2024
Scott G. answered
The lump could be due to various causes such as a mass, trauma, bite, or lipoma. Here are some steps...
July 17th, 2024
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