tom123 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Haven't been on here in a while and this really isn't how I expected to be saying hello. Was out in the garden with the chooks before school. They were out in the garden because my mums off work. Went into the shed. Heard lots of squaking, run back out to see floyd in a huge fox's mouth. I threw a stone at it and it hit on the head (lucky throw) however it dropped him and ran out of the garden. I thought it was just floyd but no. Floyd, Babs, Fizz and Maisy were all dead on the lawn and Milly was led down. I have just checked her over in tears and found 2 puncture marks on her back and bum. She is not bleeding and she has layed an egg but they look deep and painful. Is there anything I can do before my dad gets back to take me to the vets? Thanks Tom RIP Floyd Fizz Maisy Babs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I'm so sorry Tom get her indoors in a box with something to keep her warm like a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel, offer food and water and if she calms down enough try to clean the wounds with some salty water (about half a teaspoon to a big glass of water) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AussieChick Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh dear Tom. If you think it's bad then get her to the vets and make a difficult decision if you have to with a clear concscience - you wouldn't want her to suffer. Poor you, I think we could all be in your position so easily. Take care and keep us posted. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I am so sorry Tom The only thing i can add to Redwings excellent advice is if you have any try a drop of Rescue Remedy in the water, it's great for shock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh Tom, I don't know what to say - I'm so sorry, you must be devastated. I know I would be. Just bring her inside, make her comfortable & give her lots of sweet talking to - keep her calm. Best to take her the vets get her checked over. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffyknickers Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh how awful, I would be devasted. Give her lots of TLC and make sure she isnt in pain. So sorry. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooklady Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 So sorry to hear your sad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budgies Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh no you poor thing! What a huge shock for you all. I'm sorry, I can't think of any further advice to give you, but wish you good luck at the vets with Milly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggalp Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Gosh Tom im so sorry for you, it can so easliy happen. I would bring her in, like the others have said, and keep her calm. I hope she is ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurmurf Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 best of luck with her, Tom. The vet will be able to get some antibiotic and steroids into her to boost her up. Fingers crossed for you all and deep sympathies for your lovely chooks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillicat Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Hi Tom So sorry to hear about the awful experience you had this morning. I hope Milly is ok.........and you too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennyhenny Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 So Sorry Tom sending "big hugs" Jennyhenny x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hennymom Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 so sorry Tom about this aful hapening, hope Milly is ok what a shock for you! keep us updated please... hope all turns out ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Sorry to hear it Tom. Any news of Milly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Very sorry to hear that. Fingers crossed for little Milly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I'm so sorry Tom, the advice here is great, keep us posted - on a hopeful note, I had a similar experiance a while ago, 3 of my 4 girls were killed and Saffy was injured but she is doing fine now with 3 new friends so fingers crossed for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
likeastar--x Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 hey tom, ive had a very similar experience so i know how your feeling we had a chook who was attacked by a fox and had puncture wounds all over her back and bum, and we thought there was no chance she would survive. i dont know how bad yours are as you havent described them in detail but if she survives the initial shock by being somewhere warm, dark and quiet, the vet can prescribe a antiseptic to clean it with, a tissue filler to fill the puncture holes and a cream to help encoarage the healing of skin. those chickens are resiliant little things, and youd be surprised what they could survive through. i hope milly gets better xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Must be mad Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh Tom, how terrible for you. How are you doing? any news on Milly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Tom I'm so sorry this has happened, how terrible for you. I hope Milly is ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebird Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 So sorry to hear about your loss, Tom. I do hope Milly survives her ordeal. My Veronica was taken by a fox and survived to tell the tale so there is always hope. Unfortunately, now that the fox knows you have chickens he/she will probably come back so please be aware and keep your remaining flock safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Hope she pulls through..I lost all my ducks to a fox bar one...exactly the same situation, mine were all shut up in their wooden house and it broke in. They had free ranged for 4 years and to be killed in the house was not expected! I didnt hear a thing... The lonesome duck did survive and I hope your chicken does too ..fingers crossed. Saw a fox this morning at 6am going across garden...Um indie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 How awful for you Tom, any news yet? Sending you and Milly huge {{{hugs}}}, Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seraphine Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Gosh Tom I'm so sorry. I really hope Milly's ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Oh Tom- that's really sad. Let us know how you get on at the vets. Tricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mags Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 how dreadful sorry to hear this hope milly is ok mags Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
