poppy ben grace Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Hi all, bit worried about our mabel she is walking with a bad limp. She was ok this morning but now she seems really unhappy, just sitting in the run not wanting to move about. I am wondering if she has fallen off one of the perches or the cube ladder, shes quite a big girl (silver sussex) and the boss of ten birds and is only about 8 months old. Should i just leave her and see how she gets on? Would be really greatful of any advice. Thanks PBG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 If there are no obvious breaks - (you can gently feel down her bones to see if there is any obvious creaking or instability) rest is the best medicine. Confine her to a smallish space with food and water close by so she doesn't have to move around to eat and drink. She may need some help getting to bed if there is a ladder or similar. If there is no sign of improvement within 48 hours I would get her to a vet. She may need some anti inflammatories or further investigation. Metacam can be use in chickens but the dose has to be carefully calculated and it must always be prescribed by a vet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy ben grace Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Sound advice thankyou, will see how she goes poor little thing hate to see them in pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
