calmbreeze Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 hi everyone connie seems to have developed a foot problem - she still walks ok - but its getting worse - can anyone give any help our vets dont really cover chickens - so if there is anything i can do i will!! thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimnpaula Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Is that bumblefoot? (link to pictures) P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Looks like it to me - take her to the vet to have it lanced and for antibiotics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calmbreeze Posted July 25, 2012 Author Share Posted July 25, 2012 hi after finally finding a vet in our locality who was happy to see a chicken(!) they said it could be gout(??) anyway had it lanced a very pretty blue bandage (with puppies on it), anti-biotics and £25 less in my pocket - all seems to be much better connie happily set to work at removing said bandage immediately (didnt like the puppies i guess!) - seems to be better but gotta keep an eye on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surf_space Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 It could be bumblefoot, my hamster had this and sadly had to be put down as the infection got progressively worse (although it didn't seem to bother her she was still running round like her normal self). I know chickens can get this too so would suggest getting it treated as soon as possible as it will spread. Don't worry there are antibiotics which will cure it. If you can't find a vet who treats chickens try this link. Just type in your postcode and it will show all the vets who will treat poultry and your nearest poultry supply stores. http://www.chickenvet.co.uk/associated-practices/index.aspx Hope this helps and good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 If she's finally removed all the bandages I'd keep bathing it and spray it with antiseptic like purple spray. It looks localised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egghead68 Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Weak iodine solution (colour of weak tea) wiped on twice daily is also good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 I agree, I usually rinse these things in diluted Hibiscrub then spray with iodine or purple spray, when it's dry, a quick spray of that spray on plaster stuff affords a bit of protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
