Vets?

[Gal]

Was cuddling Smudge earlier and I spotted a hardish lump in the crease of his thigh. He wasn't happy for me to inspect it but I did manage to part his fur and have a look and it seems he has got a tiny wound down there It's quite recent I think, although it isn't bad, it's a teeny hole and a wee bit of dried blood.

Would you have him checked out at the vets? Tom doesn't think it's necessary and he's seen plenty of wounds in animals, but wondered what everyone thought?

[Kaz]

I think I'd just make sure it was clean, and keep a careful eye on it. Any sign of infection or Smudge being off colour and then I'd go to the vet's.....

Hugs for the puddytat ((((x))))

[Diflower]

I'd just bathe it with some boiled/cooled salted water (not getting it too wet) and keep an eye on it, you'll soon notice if it looks angry or infected.
And yes as Kaz says, if Smudge seems off colour too, they're usually fine though x

[Gal]

Thanks both - good idea about the cooled boiled water

Shall keep a check on him though, ta for the cuddles, Kaz, shall pass them on with pleasure xx

[Kaz]

[meriad]

How is Smudge today Gal?

[miasmum]

I bet it is an abscess or the end of one anyway

[Gal]

It seems to have formed a scar but has healed up anyway Thank you for asking xxxxx

[Kaz]

That's good

[meriad]

Glad he's OK Gal. Just keep an eye on the area until it's fully healed x