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spitcher88
One of my guinea pigs has a fifth nail on his front paws. Can anyone tell me why this has happened? And is it a good idea to clip them etc? Any info would be great. 
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baby-wilson
It could be a result of inbreeding or it could just be a genetic defect
I dont know much about them but heaps of other people will
I dont know much about them but heaps of other people will
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karenrgpr
One of my rescues has one, I just clip it as normal. They're all different though and if you're worried take him to the vet.
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baby-wilson
Dont piggies only have 3 on the front paws and 4 on the back ?
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Fallen
baby-wilson said:
Other way round!
I too have seen a piggy with 5 front toes, although the 5th had no bones in it it didn't seem to cause any problems.
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It's called polydactyl
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Fallen said:
Aah okies
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Cavy Crazy
Like people have said it is nothing to worry about, however, if you are concerned get him checked out by a vet. O0
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spitcher88
Good stuff, thanks for that. Just wanted to check, they've had them a while but I've forgot when I've been to the vet as they've never caused any problems. Thanks again ;D
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