Some help with injured pad on GTF.

[ricky]

Recently we added to the family 4 northern green tree frogs. They are 5 months old and are looking very health. The other night I noticed the biggest of the 4 was nursing its front right pad. When I took a closer look I realised it seemed to be out of shape. I have attempted to encourage use of this pad. This does not seem to affect the frog all that much. But I was wondering if any one could offer some help or suggestions??? Thanx

 

[kwaka_80]

some more info would be good...

 

[ricky]

More info...

The front right pad is constantly curled under the frogs body. When the frog is made to stretch its pad out it seems to be crushed and rather pain full. Whilst the frog is swimming it stretches its pad out slightly but not all the way when it tries to get out of the water it has a heap of trouble. This little guy just hangs on dry land and hardly moves. When its feeding time it soon gets its act together. Was wondering if anyone would suggest stretching the frogs pad with my finger on a regular basis or if I should just leave it see what happens seems this little guys quality of life is effected. Any specific information any one needs in regards to this please ask. Thanx again. Ricky

 

[scotchbo]

im not a frog expert but it sound's like it could have a broken leg if it cant stretch it out and when it does it is in pain id get it to a vet

 

[jordo]

I'd talk to a vet about it and try to contact a few frog organisations that may have an idea, in the meantime i would leave it be, if its stretched it may cause further harm, also it may just be in the healing stage ATM and come good on its own.

 

[ricky]

Cheers guys!!!

 

[Lucas]

Probably had its foot caught in a tub while it was being closed

 

[ricky]

That would explain the shape of it. I went down the pet shop and gave them what for. And its of to the vet on monday to see what can be done. Thanx.