Growth on paw

[rockywoj]

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Hi all.
I have an 8 year old German Shepperd male. I've noticed since last week he's been bleeding from his rear paw.
Turns out he's got this wart/blister on his paw which obviously bleeds every time we go for a walk. We've been trying to keep it bandaged up and clean everyday and this is the photo I've taken this morning after 5 days of treatment. We've been applying a antiseptic ointment. Has anyone ever had something similar? I've seen photos of warts and blisters online and they look similar, but also I've seen some more drastic comments. If anyone has any suggestions as to treatment

 

[JoanneF]

Can you send the photo to your vet? They probably will want to see it properly, but the photo would be a good first step.

Because of where it is, the risk of infection is higher so you really need to get it sorted out.

 

[Flobo]

Yep, I agree definitely let a vet see it.
Also be careful which antiseptic ointment you are using if it is a human one because some are not suitable for dogs. Maybe whilst waiting for advice from a vet, just use salt water to keep it clean.

 

[BBLmum]

Sorry no advice but hope its better soon

 

[rockywoj]

Thank you everyone. Vet booked for tomorrow so will update soon.

 

[rockywoj]

So a small update ;
Vet has determined it is a "ulcered lump" and has recommended to remove it. We're going to try some steroid cream and see if that works for a week. If not, we'll get him booked in. Poor boy :-(

 

[JoanneF]

Let's hope the cream shifts it - please keep us updated.

 

[Flobo]

Poor thing and thank you for the update. Fingers crossed the steroid cream helps.