ronnieroo Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 Patsy, ex-battery, mother of 3 8 week chicks. I saw her yesterday gobble down a long shoelace, it must have been at least8 inches long. At first I thought was a worm but then realised what it was. I'm really worried as obviously she won't be able to digest this. Any ideas, obviously a vet trip if she becomes poorly, but this is likely to cost a fortune if they need to operate. Help much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 Oh dear . Don't despair though, I'm sure I've read of hens eating all manner of strange things and they often come out the other end intact. I'd keep a close eye on her and if you don't find the shoelace, the vet might be the only option . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronnieroo Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 Thanks for the reply - I'll keep an eye on her - why do these things always happen at the weekend when emergency vet the only option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Have a gentle feel of her crop in the mornings when it should be empty and see if you can feel it. If you can feel it over a few days and see if it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
