TESSANN Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 (edited) Hi there, My little Flopsy seems to have a return of the problem she had a couple of months ago. A lump in her abdomen which she expelled after the vet gave her a shot of oxytocin last time and she recovered completely. It was a horrible mangled up egg and stuff. This time, symptoms seem the same, but the oxytocin hasn't worked, and she hasn't managed to expel the offending matter. She is managing to poo alot tho. My dilema is do I have her put to sleep to put her out of her misery or do I hang on to where there is life there is hope. Yesterday she was so poorly I had made my mind up that today I would take her to the vets and let her go quietly. But today there seems to be some improvement although she has the lump, I reckon anyway, because she hasn't passed it. She is worse than last time, I hate to see her suffer, and this is a horrible decision to have to make. If the oxytocin was going to work, would it have worked by now - almost 48 hours now? Do I leave her till Monday in the hope of a recovery? This is awful, I was hoping nature would quickly act best and let her go naturally. Best wishes to you all and your girls, and boys of course. Rosemary x Edited May 17, 2008 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Poor girl. She sounds very poorly. I would be advised by the vet at this stage. It is so hard to let a much loved pet go.....but you will know when the time has come. All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura & CTB Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Sorry you've a poorly chook Rosemary. I would agree with Egluntine and let your vet advise you, his opinion will not have an emotional attachment. My thoughts are with you whatever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Sorry to hear that Flo is poorly again. It's a very personal decision. For me, it's not so much about whether they can hang on, but about whether they are suffering. Human beings go through all sorts of horrible treatment in the expectation that we will recover, but you can't explain that to animals. The vet will be able to advise what her prospects are for the future. I know from experience that when an animal becomes poorly, we don't always see the deterioration ... it's only afterwards, or if we compare them to other animals, that you realise how poorly they were. You will know when it's the right time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..lay a little egg for me Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I would have thought that the oxytocin would have worked by now...it works v quick in humans. (its what they give you after birth to ensure the placenta is expelled). However, maybe another shot might do it. But if I were you I would ask the vet whether this was likely to keep recurring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TESSANN Posted May 17, 2008 Author Share Posted May 17, 2008 Re: My Flopsy ill, have to make a decision - RIP ! Reply #2 - Today at 10:09am Flopsy is now at peace. I decided the kindest thing was to check her out at the vets again and it was agreed the kindest thing for her was to have her put to sleep. The vet was really nice. Tried to get a vein without much success but it seemed that Flopsy then decided enough was enough and passed peacefully away of her own accord. She was unconcious which made it easier for the vet to inject her into her liver. So my little, famous, Flopsy is no longer in pain. She was a little sweetheart, completely featherless when she came out the battery cage, twelve months ago, she had a lovely twelve months, fully feathered and made fame in our local newspapers, hilighting the plight of battery chickens. Thanks to all for their replies. Best wishes to all and love your hens whilst you can Rosemary xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surferdog Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Rosemarie, I'm so sorry to hear about Flo. You gave her a lovely 12 months that she wouldn't have known without you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Am sorry to hear the news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 So sorry I hope that it is some comfort that you have given her the most fantastic year of her life (((hug)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 So sorry to hear that . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Sorry to hear about Flopsy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beauty-Box Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I'm so sorry to hear your bad news. I lost one of my chickens this morning too. It's horrible isn't it! She had a lovely life with you and you made the best decision for her. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I;m so sorry to hear about Flopsy. Sounds like she had a really good twelve months with you, and she was a lucky chicken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebird Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 So sorry Rosemary. Just think of all the lovely memories you have of her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 so sorry flopsy didnt make it. take comfort from the fact for 12 months you gave her a second chance, she felt grass under her feet and sun on her wings. bless her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 so sorry to hear that, I hope you are comforted by knowing that it was the right decision for her. She had 12 happy months of freedom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 So sorry Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TESSANN Posted May 18, 2008 Author Share Posted May 18, 2008 You guys are great. Where would we be without the support of each other on the forum Thank you all for your kind words. Flopsy is now at rest, free from the terrible pain she suffered at the end, she is under the conifer in our garden where she used to like to sunbathe. take care all Love Rosemary xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud9 Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 So sorry to hear about Flopsy but you gave her 12 months of wonderful life she would not otherwise have had. I totally sympathise with you as we've just lost one of our hens. Better for her (and you) than suffering though. Best wishes and sorry for your loss. Ali Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
