I’m hoping someone can help!
One of our hens was acting lethargic, so I gave her an exam and found quite the scene on her bum. There was an infestation of maggots. I promptly moved her into the garage, cleaned the area, and removed the maggots. There was also something protruding from the hole. I confirmed it was NOT the vent. It appears the flies ate through her skin and the intestine is likely exposed.
She’s still pooping, although it’s runny. And she’s still eating and drinking.
I’ve started giving her warm baths to keep and clean and applying Vetericyne.
I have a picture after I cleaned of what is protruding.
Will this hole heal on its own?
Thanks!
One of our hens was acting lethargic, so I gave her an exam and found quite the scene on her bum. There was an infestation of maggots. I promptly moved her into the garage, cleaned the area, and removed the maggots. There was also something protruding from the hole. I confirmed it was NOT the vent. It appears the flies ate through her skin and the intestine is likely exposed.
She’s still pooping, although it’s runny. And she’s still eating and drinking.
I’ve started giving her warm baths to keep and clean and applying Vetericyne.
I have a picture after I cleaned of what is protruding.
Will this hole heal on its own?
Thanks!
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