Eggquisite Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Hi there Omleteers ! Sorry we've not been on lately - our flocks/herds & work keeping us busy! We're after a little bit of advise.. after checking our flock this morning we have noticed Rhubster our Cockerel seems to be struggling to stand up & has a slightly uncoordinated gait when trying to walk / standup. He's looking very unsteady & spends some if not most of the time sitting down - very unusual. Does anyone have any advise they can offer? His spurs are quite long & we wonder if maybe they may be the issue, they free range, non of the hens have the issue. Many thanks, Eggquisite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 I think I'd start by checking his legs for injury so feeling up and down both legs and joints comparing affected side with good side (if he has one) and check the pads of his feet for bumblefoot. Guess then I'd go to the vet to check for other reasons for difficulty walking and they'd trim the spurs if that was the problem. Hope he picks up, very worrying for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
