Hello,
I am wondering if what I am seeing in these two hens is Scaly Leg Mites? Both are feather footed and I cant tell if it is just how the feathers grow or if it is a problem? All of the other 8 clean legged hens have very smooth feet and legs that look nothing like this. There is one Buff Orpington Hen that has red/pink feet and legs and I posted a picture, though im not sure if there is anything wrong or if its just how she is. If it is Scaly Leg Mites what treatment do you suggest? I have heard a ton of different opinions on this. I am wondering if Ivomectrin would work?
Lavender Belgian Booted D'Uccle Hen
Black Silkie Hen
Buff Orpington Hen
1) What type of bird , age and weight. Black Silkie, Lavender DUccle Bantam, 2 years old, healthy weights
2) What is the behavior, exactly. It doesnt seem to bother them at all
3) How long has the bird been exhibiting symptoms? I have just recently noticed this
4) Are other birds exhibiting the same symptoms? Not that I can tell, the other birds are clean legged and seem to be completely healthy and clean
5) Is there any bleeding, injury, broken bones or other sign of trauma. No
6) What happened, if anything that you know of, that may have caused the situation. I took her to a show last summer
7) What has the bird been eating and drinking, if at all. Layer Crumble, fresh clean water, lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
8) How does the poop look? Normal? Bloody? Runny? etc. Normal
9) What has been the treatment you have administered so far? None so far
10 ) What is your intent as far as treatment? For example, do you want to treat completely yourself, or do you need help in stabilizing the bird til you can get to a vet? Myself
11) If you have a picture of the wound or condition, please post it. It may help.
12) Describe the housing/bedding in use Pine Shavings, Large house type coop, 25ft x 15ft run. They are kept warm, clean and dry.
I am wondering if what I am seeing in these two hens is Scaly Leg Mites? Both are feather footed and I cant tell if it is just how the feathers grow or if it is a problem? All of the other 8 clean legged hens have very smooth feet and legs that look nothing like this. There is one Buff Orpington Hen that has red/pink feet and legs and I posted a picture, though im not sure if there is anything wrong or if its just how she is. If it is Scaly Leg Mites what treatment do you suggest? I have heard a ton of different opinions on this. I am wondering if Ivomectrin would work?
Lavender Belgian Booted D'Uccle Hen
Black Silkie Hen
Buff Orpington Hen
1) What type of bird , age and weight. Black Silkie, Lavender DUccle Bantam, 2 years old, healthy weights
2) What is the behavior, exactly. It doesnt seem to bother them at all
3) How long has the bird been exhibiting symptoms? I have just recently noticed this
4) Are other birds exhibiting the same symptoms? Not that I can tell, the other birds are clean legged and seem to be completely healthy and clean
5) Is there any bleeding, injury, broken bones or other sign of trauma. No
6) What happened, if anything that you know of, that may have caused the situation. I took her to a show last summer
7) What has the bird been eating and drinking, if at all. Layer Crumble, fresh clean water, lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
8) How does the poop look? Normal? Bloody? Runny? etc. Normal
9) What has been the treatment you have administered so far? None so far
10 ) What is your intent as far as treatment? For example, do you want to treat completely yourself, or do you need help in stabilizing the bird til you can get to a vet? Myself
11) If you have a picture of the wound or condition, please post it. It may help.
12) Describe the housing/bedding in use Pine Shavings, Large house type coop, 25ft x 15ft run. They are kept warm, clean and dry.
