Just To Be Ready

[Superpiggies]

I found a spur on Oskars paw, and that's the first time i've ever dealt with a spur before. I'm a bit nervous about cutting it off, so here are my questions/concerns:
-If it starts to bleed, what do i do to stop it?
-If i dont clip close enough, will it grow back?
-Will it hurt the guinea pig if a cut it?

Please answer my questions. :-)
Superpiggies x

 

[sport_billy]

We have never cut Cookies spur it has never grown and appears to cause her no discomfort. If in doubt I would let a vet do it.

 

[Wiebke]

I've always let my vet cut any bad spurs, but most stay thankfully small enough that they don't cause any discomfort to the piggies.

 

[Superpiggies]

But can I cut it myself? Or is it a bit risky?

 

[Wiebke]

You can cut it yourself. Be careful not to cut too close to live skin.