Hi All,
So my lovely micro pig (Elvis) who is a pet hence the name, has suddenly got what looks like open grazes, on the rear part of his front legs. I'm sorry its not a great description but i only noticed something was up, when the sunlight sort of glistened on the rear of his front legs (calves for us). When I tried to touch, it obviously caused him discomfort as he tried to lift his legs up individually and almost fell over. There is no blood but some seepage or weepy grazes on both legs. He wouldn't stand still or be helpful so ive not much more to go on. He's walking and running fine, he isnt limping and has no other injuries. For those who are anti pet pigs, he and his sister live the life of Riley in 4 acres, open grazing, plenty of space to roam and eat, plus a lot of love from us. They are currently roaming a large penned area, which they've been in before (so i dont think it can be something they've come in to contact with) so ive no idea what can have caused it.
Questions: should I immediately get a vet out or do pigs heal quickly and should i monitor him for a few days? Could this be a symptom of something else i should be aware of? Ideas of how i can treat or leave well alone?
Really appreciate any thoughts of how best to make sure my boy is ok. Hes been exceptionally healthy till now and his sister is fine so not sure where to go from here?
Thank you for reading x