Vent Gleet? Gross Pic

Apr 15, 2020
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Hi - one of my hens has been lethargic for the past 2-3 days. I thought maybe she was egg bound but now I think it’s something else. See photo attached.
She’s about 4yrs old, one of my OGs.
Everyone else in the flock is fine. She’s walking funny like hunched over almost. Her feet are reddish - I thought it might be from the cold weather. She’s all puffed up and I can’t be sure but it feels like her abdomen is swollen?
 

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Can you bring her inside to clean her up and take a closer look? I think the red legs are probably weather related, particularly if you've been having extreme temp swings, but her posture is quite concerning. I'd give her a warm bath and take a look at her vent to make sure nothing is obviously wrong (egg material hanging out, prolapse, etc). I'd also give her a calcium supplement and keep her in warm quiet place today in case she is having trouble laying an egg. That would also give you the chance to monitor how much she is eating and drinking, her poop, and keep an eye out for any other symptoms.
 

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