Hurt leg concerns

[snowie]

Hi,

I have seen the many post of potential broken legs or similar but I really would like some advice.
We have had 2 goos for about a month, slowly we have been allowing them time out of the cage and also making the spare room goo safe (or so I thought). Yesterday snowie (named for the white stripe on her nose) managed to knock a heavy book from about 1.5ft onto the floor. I did not see the incident but heard the bang on the floor, although she did not squeal I did see her run from the area. When she came out she was holding one of her back legs in the air and now can no longer use it. I called the VETs last night who said they didn't have much experience of goos but did know there is not much that can be done other than rest.

Snowie is eating ok although has to balance on one rear and one front leg. She does not squeal when I try to touch the leg but does struggle away from me.

My main concern is the position of the paw, it seems to be sticking out, she has not used it since the incident and today, other than for food, has spent most of the day in the nest house which is very unusual for her..

I am just worried there may be something other than a 'knock'

[moletteuk]

Where abouts do you live? Do you have an alternative vet, or could your regular vet recommend an exotic vet for you? we have a vet list in the Vet Guide thread at the top of the health board.

Given the circumstances it seems quite likely that there is a significant injury, especially with the angle that the foot appears to be. I really think the leg needs to be examined and xrayed by a vet so you can get an expert opinion on whether there is a chance the leg might heal by itself or if surgery and possible amputation is required.

Sometimes it is a valid option to wait and see and give it rest, but if there is a break and everything is not lined up OK the blood flow can be limited to the lower leg and this can cause the lower part to die off and then you have all sorts of complications.

So in essence, I think you need to get her to a vet who is prepared to treat her as soon as you can, preferably today.

[deguconvert]

How is Snowie today? Have you had her leg looked at by a vet?

[snowie]

Sorry for the late reply.

Snowie is now doing fine, she limped for over a week and spent most of the time in the nest box; only coming out for food. Then she started spending a little more time out in the cage and using the leg more although couldn't climb well. Now she is fine, using it normal and currently going nuts on the wheel with her sister Sandy.

Thanks for your advice.