My dog's ear mass fell off. Should I save it for the vet or freeze it?

This mass is probably benign (not cancerous). However it seems to be causing some problems because it keeps opening up and bleeding. This could lead to infection and potentially a more serious problem. Since it is problematic I would recommend speaking to your vet about having it removed. It may be able to be done with only local anesthesia or light sedation.

Poor pup! No, I don't think that this looks likely to fall off on its own. In fact, since it has doubled in size and is also open and oozing now, I would consider it even more important to have it surgically removed. It would also be best to have this mass sent off for histopathology to find out if it is cancerous or not, especially given its recent rapid growth.

I wish I had a good home remedy option for you, but apple cider vinegar or hydrogen peroxide will not resolve that mass. Similar to what your doctor did for you, your vet may be able to use liquid nitrogen and freeze the mass off, but that would require a trip to the vet. There is a salve called blood root salve that some people will use at home, but is considered potentially very dangerous and not recommended to be used for benign masses or without veterinary supervision, so I would not recommend trying that on this particular mass. I would recommend having your veterinarian evaluate the mass and decide if they can remove it with a local anesthetic or with liquid nitrogen. Good luck! I hope that answered your question. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Poor guy. This lump appears to be a huge mass and possible polyp. You will need to get this tested by your vet and seriously consider surgical removal of the mass. If left there this mass has a good chance of causing chronic ear infection, pain, and also can continue to grow. It is best to get this removed, so please consult with your veterinarian to devise a good plan for Little Bit in the near future. I hope that LIttle bit's ear mass gets resolved soon. Best of luck and take care.

Hello. This is definitely not a blood blister but a small tumor. I would recommend removal while it is quite small. Since Maddux is still a young dog, the chance of the growth being malignant is slim, but I would also recommend sending the tissue off for histopathology just to make sure. In most cases, surgical removal should be curative. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

I suspect this is a histiocytoma, in which case, it should resolve on it's own within a few months. Don't put anything on it, just leave it alone. If it does not go away in a couple months then have your vet check it. ( https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952066 )

He will be fine. You’ve already applied the medication so don’t clean it as you may break the scab and start it bleeding again. This is a common injury and it will heal in a few days to a week. I recommend using clippers rather than scissors to trim the fur as it’s safer. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Max.