Dennis's Foot

[Betsy]

I was doing the weekly check and I noticed Dennis's foot looked as if he has some skin coming of off it. Is this normal? Is it more noticeable cos this is his only dark foot? I was doing a more thorough check than usual as I was away last week so he missed his check. Hope the picture is clear enough. Only me here and he was a bit wriggly! This was my third attempt.

 

[Wiebke]

I was doing the weekly check and I noticed Dennis's foot looked as if he has some skin coming of off it. Is this normal? Is it more noticeable cos this is his only dark foot? I was doing a more thorough check than usual as I was away last week so he missed his check. Hope the picture is clear enough. Only me here and he was a bit wriggly! This was my third attempt.

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Your boy is developing spurs; they are very common and don't need anything doing unless they are in danger of catching on something and ripping live skin. If they need removing, best have it done by a vet. Cutting too close to live skin can be very painful and uncomfortable for the piggy.
Guinea Lynx :: Guinea Pig Feet and Foot Problems

 

[Betsy]

OK thanks @Wiebke. I'll keep an eye on them and if they get too bad take him to the vet.