Something’s ‘Afoot’ with one of our Swans!!

The element of surprise is constant during the summer time at Stapeley! Amidst all the everyday feeding and cleaning, you actually never know what will come through the door at any given time, or what it is you might witness next...

I witnessed a small operation last week, carried out by our vet, Bev. A lame swan had been brought in to us, having been observed limping quite badly. On further examination, it was apparent there was a hard lump under the skin of the swans’ leathery foot.

On removing the lump, it was clear to see why it had caused such a problem for the swan to walk comfortably. A large marble sized ball of hardened pus was the offending mass, caused by an initial infection. 

On successful removal, the swan was made comfortable in our isolation unit. Once the wound has healed, the swan will be put onto the outside pool area and will then get to enjoy meandering around the grounds in new-foot-heaven!!

By Lynsey Cale

Sponsors of Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery

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