My hedgehog's feet are bleeding & swollen from wheel. What to do?

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My hedgehog had sores a few days ago on his feet from running on his wheel so I took his wheel out for 2 days so his feet would get better and when I put his wheel in last night I looked at his wheel this morning it was covered in blood and his feel have dried blood on them along with being swollen. What should I put on his feet to heal faster ? Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | neutered | 1lb

Mirissa Duncil, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Before applying anything I recommend taking Cedric in to see your vet to make sure that he doesn't have bumblefoot-a type of pododermatitis that can cause the symptoms you are describing. If that is the case, he will likely need systemic antibiotics, as well as a few changes in his surroundings to prevent reoccurrence.

My hedgehog's feet are bleeding & swollen from wheel. What to do?

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