Skin tags (?) on dog?

My dog has a skin-tag on his face that's been there for months, but now we saw a bunch on his "elbows"--what


is that??? Thanks.

Skin tags (?) on dog?
It is what it is, Its just nature. My dog has a bunch under its elbows. We took her into the vet and there is no cure, Its not harmfull or anything, There is however a process of removing them that they do at the vets.
Reply:a bone=]
Reply:My dog has this as well, I'm gonna follow this question hopeful for an answer as well. Thanks.
Reply:They may be sebaceous cysts and are easily removed by a vet. They are caused by viruses. They can be ignored, usually without consequence, but if the dog rubs and irritates them, that can lead to licking and chewing, hot spots, and infection. Let a vet take a look at them and tell you whether or not you should be concerned.
Reply:Oh better goto a doctor
Reply:People get them too. Not a big deal, just a side-effect of aging.
Reply:take him to a vet, would u ignor them if they were popping up all over your body?
Reply:Just excess skin, my dog has them and we get them frozen off with liquid nitrogen at the vet. You can buy home kits for that but i would recommend the vet.
Reply:i think its just skin tags but not sure ask your vet next time you go. if you see more and more go to the vet for that and ask.
Reply:If you are really concerned about them then I would consult the vet. This is what I found online.





Non-cancerous tumors





The Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Guide by Delbert Carlson DVM and James Griffin MD, has the following information about tumors that can be seen or felt on the body's surface.





Cysts are common in dogs and can occur all over the body.





Sebaceous cysts are non-malignant lumps up to an inch in size filled with a cheesy material called keratin. Sebaceous cysts should be drained or removed to avoid infection.





Warts may occur in older dogs.





Dogs can also get papillomas, which can look like skin tag or a piece of chewing gum stuck on the skin. They are non-malignant, but if they become irritated or start to bleed, they should be removed.
Reply:Skin tags are just cells that have grown abnormally. Usually they are benign, but rarely the vet will decide to excise them and send them to pathology to ensure they are OK. Ask your vet. Some dogs are just prone to these benign growths. But if you notice that they are forming at a fast rate, then a vet visit is in order.
Reply:its normal I do believe, especially if your dog is older. Ask your vet for sure if its normal or not. I dont believe its neccesary to make an appointment, just call, and ask the nurse/receptionist. Most people who answer the phones at a vets office are nurses. and the people who answered "elbow bones" or "elbows", i pity your stupidity.
Reply:Sometimes warts from CPV will form on the lips and gums or ears. Those go away in a couple of months.


As far as skin tags -- they are harmless, but never go away.