Mason Farm and Ranch
Songster
Honestly, it would take less time to list what I don't have. I have a handy husband, I'm crafty and my stepson is inventive. Walkers, wheelchairs, seats, slings, beds, specialized nesting boxes... If I don't have it, or have it in the right size...gimme a minute.
Injuries in our flocks are something most, if not all of us, have to deal with at time point during our chicken-keeping venture. Whether it's a small, minor scrape, or a life-threatening injury, it needs to be looked after and in most cases taken care of, to ensure the bird makes a fast and full recovery. This week I would like to hear your thoughts and practices on chicken injuries and treatments. Specifically:
- What do you have on hand for injuries (in your first aid box)?
- How do you handle injuries and treat them?
- What do you do with the injured bird during its recovery?
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I have medical supplies in a closet. Yeah, closet. I can literally perform a surgery and stitch it up. Treat with antibiotics and cast appendages.
It's not mentioned, but I have all the preventatives and treatments for sicknesses and parasites as well.
My wishlist is a speculum and fecal float supplies.