Mr Rhode Island Red Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 My oldest hybrid hen, Sadie, aged about 4 years, appears to have a comb that it bright red (normal) in the morning, which is then purple after 2 or 3 hours, which is the red again after another few hours, which is then purple again at night. I have heard of cyanosis which is a symptom of Bird flu but that couldn't be it. She is perfectly healthy otherwise, any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 It sounds like she might be starting to have trouble with her heart. A purple comb is a common symptom of a weak heart. One of my girls (ex batt) had the same trouble earlier this year, her comb would periodically go purple, then back to red. Eventually it was becoming more and more purple, then she started to slow down and look miserable. We decided it was kindest to let her go at that point (This was over several months I should add.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppers77 Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I agree I think it's indicative of heart failure,so like humans her heart may be slowly reducing in function.One of our hens had this some time until one day she passed away. She may well continue for some time, & i hope that indeed she does. The most important thing is they have a comfortable and happy life with us. Best of regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
