Ian 6 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Sometime this morning our Gingernut Ranger (Stella) started limping. When she stands still she holds her leg up. She is still carrying on doing normal things though. The leg looks ok, I think the limp is from the shoulder - should I leave her to see how it goes before doing anything? Is ther anything i can do? Another egg appeared in the nestbox in the morning but I don't think it was hers as she is young, about 21 weeks and hasn't started laying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 I have an intermittent limper. I put mine down to concussion from the ladder. If there are no obvious injuries maybe you could encourage her to rest by moving food closer and keeping her confined for a short while and monitor how she responds to simple rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 I'd examine her carefully to make sure there are no obvious creaks, breaks or hot spots. A bit of extra calcium can often help a limper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 On eof mine often does this too, a bit of rest always sorts her out but do check for any injuries first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
