Liz Buchanan BVSc MRCVS
Keymaster
Hello! When there is licking to the extent that the fur is turning brown, this often suggests pain or severe irritation. Possibilities may include an infection or abscess around the nail-bed or P3 bone, a foreign body, or even arthritis in the joint or cancer of the bone underneath. Bite wounds or other now-scabbed over penetrating wounds in the area could conceivably have led to infection. This foot needs to see a vet for treatment. Depending on the cause, it is even possible that a radiograph may be required to check out the bone before diagnosis. Please do let us know your boy (who does sound gorgeous) gets on.
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