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Feet My piggies poor paws.

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I got Willow from a rescue, I have had her for about month. Her paws are not in good shape at all... I use fleece as the bedding.
I just want to know if it is something to be concerned about

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That is most definitely something to be concerned of. Try putting some coconut oil on her foot to soothe her foot. Her nails look a bit long-ish
[MENTION=13820]bpatters[/MENTION] can you help
 

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Absolutely it's something to be concerned about. That area looks inflamed and possibly infected, and the infection can get into the bone. I'd call today for a vet appointment.

Mild redness can be treated with coconut oil, or chlorhexadine soaks. But that's beyond mild, and needs a vet.
 

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The vet who works with guinea pigs is off today. If I use coconut oil today will she be okay by tomorrow?
 

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The coconut oil may or may not help at this point. But if you put it on, be very careful. That looks painful. I'd be tempted to try soaking it in a bit of dilute chlorhexadine -- a bottle cap makes a good soaking vessel.
 

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We are getting some dilute chlorhexidine. Is there anything else I can do to make her in not as much pain?
 

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Dilute it even more after you get it. It's usually blue, you want it be a very pale blue.

I wouldn't worry too much about the pain. If it's really bothering her, she likely won't use it. But ask the vet tomorrow -- he may have something to prescribe for it.

Pain medications for guinea pigs are two-edged swords, just like antibiotics. Give 'em too much, and they quit eating and then you're in real trouble.
 

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@bpatters [MENTION=30098]PiggieWigglies[/MENTION] I just want to say thank you for all of your help you have provided me with! Willow is going to the vet today.
 

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You're welcome! I hope she has a quick recovery with her paws :)
 

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UPDATE!

Willow had a early case of bumble foot. She is doing a lot better now. :)
 

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Thats great! Is the redness gone and how are her nails?
 

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Poor Willow! Cute name btw. Glad to hear you caught it early and it can be treated.
 

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Thanks! The redness is gone and her nails are shaping back to normal. :D
 

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Thats great! Do you have any pictures of her you could post here?
 

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Sure! I just have to charge my camera first :p
 
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