I just recently notice some dark spots on some of my hen's feet. I removed two but there was nothing under it, no pus, nothing. Are all dark spots bumblefoot?
Last edited:
Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen.
Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers.
I just recently notice some dark spots on some of my hen's feet. I removed two but there was nothing under it, no pus, nothing. Are all dark spots bumblefoot?
Thank you so much for the reply. My poor hen, I thought I was doing the right thing. We applied triple antibiotic cream (the no pain kind) and wrapped her foot. The coop floor is covered with lots of shavings, not damp at all and very clean. The only damp place in our backyard is under the trees where I have the mister going. They spend a lot of time there during the hot part of the day. I turn the mister off around 7-8 pm and by morning that ground is dry. They do like to dig out little shallow holes to sit in. This morning I put a fine layer DE on the ground under the trees. Is that okay?Not all dark spots are bumblefoot. There have been instances that I've seen the telltale scab on the footpad and done surgery without finding infection....needlessly stressing the bird. If there is redness, swelling, and/or limping with a scab....time for surgery. Otherwise it's best to leave it alone and the scab usually disappears on its own in time.
Other dark spots could also mean that birds are kept on moist or damp litter causing Footpad Dermatitis.