Guest MissEcho1 Posted December 24, 2017 Share Posted December 24, 2017 Yesterday on our morning walk, I removed a cactus spine from my greys front left paw. I thought that was the end of it. Tonight I noticed her licking her paw quite a bit. I took a closer look and discovered a small open cut o the side of her paw pad. It is a very small cut. Can you help me figure out a way to help it heal? At this point it doesnt seem like a trip to the vet is in order, but of course that is an option if it doesnt get better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted December 24, 2017 Share Posted December 24, 2017 I wonder if part of the cactus spine is still in her paw. If so, maybe use some kind of drawing salve to help bring it to the surface. If you have any lavender essential oil that may help draw it out and soothe it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted December 24, 2017 Share Posted December 24, 2017 A soak in warm water with Epsom salts often will draw out a splinter, even below the surface. Easiest way might be to soak a washcloth, put the cloth into a plastic bag and then put her foot in the bag and hold it there as long as she'll allow it. Quote Kathy and Q (CRT Qadeer from Fuzzy's Cannon and CRT Bonnie) and Jane (WW's Aunt Jane from Trent Lee and Aunt M); photos to come. Missing Silver (5.19.2005-10.27.2016), Tigger (4.5.2007-3.18.2016), darling Sam (5.10.2000-8.8.2013), Jacey-Kasey (5.19.2003-8.22.2011), and Oreo (1997-3.30.2006) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDBeland Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 These dogs are so sweet and innocent - I just want to wrap them in bubble wrap...lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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