Dog has a large lump on its belly

The hard lump under the belly may grow larger or spread further, becoming multiple lumps. If it does not affect the dog's eating and drinking, and the size does not change, it doesn't need to be worried about. If the lump grows larger and further spreads, consult a veterinarian as soon as possible for surgical treatment. After the surgery, pay attention to keeping the dog warm, apply antibiotics for three days, and remove the stitches seven days later.

Causes of lumps on the belly

The lumps growing on a dog's belly may be caused by red rash, papules, eczema, mange infection, fungal infection, insect bites leading to secondary infections, umbilical hernia, or tumors. It is recommended to go to the pet hospital for a systematic skin disease examination to identify the cause and then conduct symptomatic treatment.

What to do if there is a lump on the belly

For lumps caused by rash and insect bites, wash the affected area with a skin disease shampoo, apply Erythromycin ointment to the affected area, or use a skin disease spray. For mite infections, inject克拉菌素，take oral Nizoral and Cephalexin, and use Vetrepil shampoo for bathing. For tumor causes, undergo surgery or chemotherapy.

Points to note for lumps on the belly

Use palpation to determine whether the lump on the dog's belly is soft or hard. If the lump is soft and located near the navel, consider umbilical hernia. If the dog is over 6 months old and the hernia has not healed spontaneously, go to the pet hospital for surgical treatment. If the lump is slightly hard, consider a tumor. Dogs with tumors often show symptoms such as loss of appetite and depression. Usual diagnosis involves using an ultrasound to determine the location of the tumor, followed by surgical treatment.