My guinea pig is limping. What can I do if no vet is nearby?

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My guinea pig is limping and carrying her front left leg, and I was wondering what it could be or what I can do at home to help? She's still walking around and she's eating and drinking like normal and everything. We don't have a vet that takes guinea pigs anywhere near us for quite a while and the closest one is a plane ride away. so I'm not really sure what to do. Any help would be amazing. In the pictures she's ticking it under her so it's hard to see but I don't want to hurt her by pulling. Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | unspayed | 2 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Check her foot for swelling or redness. She may have an infection (bumblefoot) which would account for the symptoms you are seeing. It happens when guinea pigs are kept on a wire bottom cage. Dirty bedding can also complicate it, especially if she develops a small wound on her foot. You don't necessarily need a vet that specializes in pocket pets. A local vet should be able to diagnose and dispense antibiotics. If this is not possible, try foot soaks in a dilute chlorhexidine or Betadine solution. You don't need much, just enough for her to stand. Soak daily, dry thoroughly and keep her on paper towels until she heals. Change bedding daily or more often if necessary.

My guinea pig is limping. What can I do if no vet is nearby?

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