Do your chickens like the roosting bar? I think my hens would pick any old spot up there and call it good. I like the ramp going up, the ladies aren’t young forever! Nice set up!
I know this post is old, but I appreciate that you followed up on what was happening. I have a chick presenting with similar issues, she’s a Lavender Orpington. It’s probably not the same thing but like you say, it’s food for thought. Thanks for posting. Also, I’ve never heard of wing claws...
I know your post isn’t new, but I really wanted to comment. I hope your bird’s problem wasn’t a slipped tendon. I’m dealing with that now and realize it’s rare for a good resolution.
I can’t thank you enough for posting this. I’ve been consumed with worry about my 4 week old Lavender Orpington chick who suddenly developed a slipped tendon. And of course, she’s my favorite of my new chicks. I’m going to try it now. Thank you again!
Can you bring her inside? If you’re treating her for Coccidia, don’t add anything to the water. It lives on thiamine, so you would be exacerbating
I’m sorry she’s so sick. It’s hard when you have to sleuth your way to an answer. Can you bring her inside? If you’re treating for Coccidia, don’t...
I need a flow chart for your posts, but enjoyed them immensely! 😁 Not the trouble, just your prose. Also, I think I think one of my hens is having a similar issue. I’m going to try the same meds you used (Liquamycin). I hope it went well. Did you determine 0.5/kg was correct? I hope you see this ☺️
We have hawks and bald eagles in our area. I have chicken wire over the run that works great. Birds don’t force their way in like other predators. The only problem is it needs repaired from the snow. I’m so, so sorry this horrible thing happened to you. You showed great self-control the way you...