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Cocker Specific Discussion => Health => Topic started by: Macette on October 13, 2017, 12:29:23 PM
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Has anyone seen this before... Lexi was licking her paw this morning and I have no idea what this is, could it be an insect bite ... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171013/4ea639251f4fcd72c085e2acb783777b.jpg)
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I have cut some hair away this is the top of her paw...
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No pic on last post. First pic difficult to see on my phone but it does look more like an insect night than an injury..
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That’s good to know should I cover it she is licking like mad. Worried she will infect it... I zoomed in a bit (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171013/7cfde3d37242b230a4b48ea6367a2501.jpg)
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Not sure what to advise to be honest, I am no expert on such things. Is there definitely nothing in it ??
If it was me and I was confident there was nothing in the wound I would apply some antiseptic and just keep an eye on it.
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Not sure what to advise to be honest, I am no expert on such things. Is there definitely nothing in it ??
If it was me and I was confident there was nothing in the wound I would apply some antiseptic and just keep an eye on it.
Thanks Ips, I have put some antiseptic cream on and put a sock on to save some licking can’t see it staying on to long but will keep an eye on it.
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My Labrador once had something similar looking, she had a thorn that had gone into her paw (underneath) between her pads and then worked it's was up and when we spotted it she had developed a hole between her toes and inside was the thorn. We removed it, treated it and it cleared up quickly. It's probably worth giving the vets a ring though, could it also be a grass seed??
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I worried about grass seed but holding open I can’t see anything in it hopefully she has licked it out. But since I put sock on she is not bothering with it. When I had tape on it she was chewing mad. So will put more cream on later and check it. Very odd on top of her paw that’s why I thought bite...
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Yes I thought grass seed but dismissed the theory due to it being on top. As ling as wound is clear and clean I would think it would heel pretty quick. Eze had a cut on her back last week (barbed wire I think) we put some tea tree oil mixed with aqueous cream on it and it heeled within a couple of days.
As an aside, when you consider what cockers get up too its a wonder there not cut and bitten or whatever more often. I have had eze in cover (bramble and the sort) and making an entry were there is none and wonder how on earth she came out unscathed . Hardy things cockers 👍
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I know what you mean.. just trying to see what she’s eating is enough. I have tea tree will try that was worried it might sting... lol
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I don't think it stings (if mixed with aqueous cream) . We use it for all manner of ailments and it seems to be very good as a natural remedy
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I don’t have or know what the aqueous cream is but I will try the tea tree maybe with a bit of water first...
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Its a base cream that most cosmetic creams are based on, in its pure form it is unscented and fairly tasteless. Its very cheap and available at chemist or big supermarket. Handy stuff for all manner of things human or canine 👍
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That’s very interesting, must investigate that. The stuff you learn here... thanks ips [emoji106]
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I'd mix the tea tree oil with something aswell, preferably a cream, - its brilliant stuff but used pure it can occasionally cause a reaction. Hope it clears up soon, it looks sore!
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Yes that’s a good idea I have a general antiseptic cream. Doesn’t seem to be sore. I hope so too [emoji106]
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It could also be mites (harvest ones are around at the moment). If you have any Thornit Ear Powder, that works well too.
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Yes I do have thornit will keep an eye and see if any more show up [emoji106]
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Looks like a grass seed that has come out to me. Archie had one earlier in the summer in exactly the same place. He often picks them up between his paws on the top and I check after every walk but must have missed this one. He was licking so I was washing with hibiscrub and as I did it popped out. I whipped him to the vet for a steroid injection and some anti bs. He has a problem with overlicking causing a nasty sore (acral lick granuloma if you fancy a google ;) I am battling one at the moment - and losing. Steroids not working and his yoga skills to get around his collar are impressive >:(
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Looks like a grass seed that has come out to me. Archie had one earlier in the summer in exactly the same place. He often picks them up between his paws on the top and I check after every walk but must have missed this one. He was licking so I was washing with hibiscrub and as I did it popped out. I whipped him to the vet for a steroid injection and some anti bs. He has a problem with overlicking causing a nasty sore (acral lick granuloma if you fancy a google ;) I am battling one at the moment - and losing. Steroids not working and his yoga skills to get around his collar are impressive >:(
Yes..after seeing pics of grass seeds in paws that’s Just what it does look like. I have just removed her sock and put more cream on with a little tea tree and it already looks less red and no swelling so far. I don’t know if she has licked it out or if it has travelled. She does not seem to want to lick or chew at it at the moment. So will check again in the morning...all the years and all the dogs I have never had this happen before. I’m thinking of buying spaniel boots....
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Looks like a grass seed that has come out to me. Archie had one earlier in the summer in exactly the same place. He often picks them up between his paws on the top and I check after every walk but must have missed this one. He was licking so I was washing with hibiscrub and as I did it popped out. I whipped him to the vet for a steroid injection and some anti bs. He has a problem with overlicking causing a nasty sore (acral lick granuloma if you fancy a google ;) I am battling one at the moment - and losing. Steroids not working and his yoga skills to get around his collar are impressive >:(
Yes..after seeing pics of grass seeds in paws that’s Just what it does look like. I have just removed her sock and put more cream on with a little tea tree and it already looks less red and no swelling so far. I don’t know if she has licked it out or if it has travelled. She does not seem to want to lick or chew at it at the moment. So will check again in the morning...all the years and all the dogs I have never had this happen before. I’m thinking of buying spaniel boote....
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😂😂 I know JUST what you mean!!
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Looks like a grass seed that has come out to me. Archie had one earlier in the summer in exactly the same place. He often picks them up between his paws on the top and I check after every walk but must have missed this one. He was licking so I was washing with hibiscrub and as I did it popped out. I whipped him to the vet for a steroid injection and some anti bs. He has a problem with overlicking causing a nasty sore (acral lick granuloma if you fancy a google ;) I am battling one at the moment - and losing. Steroids not working and his yoga skills to get around his collar are impressive >:(
Yes..after seeing pics of grass seeds in paws that’s Just what it does look like. I have just removed her sock and put more cream on with a little tea tree and it already looks less red and no swelling so far. I don’t know if she has licked it out or if it has travelled. She does not seem to want to lick or chew at it at the moment. So will check again in the morning...all the years and all the dogs I have never had this happen before. I’m thinking of buying spaniel boote....
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😂😂 I know JUST what you mean!!
Me too!!
When Archie’s seed popped out he went absolutely MENTAL with the licking. I didn’t see any sign of and entry hole but it looked just like your pic. once it was out so I’m guessing you are now seed free.
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Looks like a grass seed that has come out to me. Archie had one earlier in the summer in exactly the same place. He often picks them up between his paws on the top and I check after every walk but must have missed this one. He was licking so I was washing with hibiscrub and as I did it popped out. I whipped him to the vet for a steroid injection and some anti bs. He has a problem with overlicking causing a nasty sore (acral lick granuloma if you fancy a google ;) I am battling one at the moment - and losing. Steroids not working and his yoga skills to get around his collar are impressive >:(
Yes..after seeing pics of grass seeds in paws that’s Just what it does look like. I have just removed her sock and put more cream on with a little tea tree and it already looks less red and no swelling so far. I don’t know if she has licked it out or if it has travelled. She does not seem to want to lick or chew at it at the moment. So will check again in the morning...all the years and all the dogs I have never had this happen before. I’m thinking of buying spaniel boote....
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[emoji23][emoji23] I know JUST what you mean!!
Me too!!
When Archie’s seed popped out he went absolutely MENTAL with the licking. I didn’t see any sign of and entry hole but it looked just like your pic. once it was out so I’m guessing you are now seed free.
Oh that is just what I want to hear... I really hope so , I suppose if it heals over the next couple of days it should be ok... I will keep her sock on for a day just in case. I will post the progress...thank you cocker owners for your vast knowledge. So glad I posted..
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Before bed I checked lexi’s paw covered the hole with anticeptic cream mixed with a drop or two of tea tree and kept the sock on overnight...So happy to report the hole in lexi’s paw has completely closed. So gave the foot wash in warm water and few drops of tea tree and left her sock off...all is good so relieved [emoji28] many thanks for the helpful advice.
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That's great! Quite satisfying when home remedies work!!
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Before bed I checked lexi’s paw covered the hole with anticeptic cream mixed with a drop or two of tea tree and kept the sock on overnight...So happy to report the hole in lexi’s paw has completely closed. So gave the foot wash in warm water and few drops of tea tree and left her sock off...all is good so relieved [emoji28] many thanks for the helpful advice.
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That's great, always a worry when they have even the slightest injury 👍