I did not know that the opening led to the trachea so I am very pleased to learn that. I think you saved a few lives! I have only ever adminisitered to mammals before.
The best guide for avoiding aspiration. At first I didnt think I could do this but over the past few years Ive been able to medicate my ducks, geese, and chickens as needed without fear, because of this article, thanks
This was a great way of showing exactly how to administer medicine for a chicken. I haven't needed to do it yet and hopefully not for a long time but now I know the correct way, its a huge relief knowing this is out there.
Thank you so much for this very clear, helpful article! I had no idea how to properly proceed with oral meds (hasn't come up yet with my babies, thank goodness) but now I'll know precisely what to look for and where NOT to direct the syringe-full of medication...and what size syringe I need to acquire for my first aid kit. The photos make it so much easier to know where to safely aim that medication!
One of the most helpful articles I have found on administering medication so far! I especially like the pictures to accompany the explanation, a lot of other things I've read simply tell you to make sure you get the syringe in the side of the mouth, but there's no photo or explanation showing WHY placement is so important, and I feel like that lack of info could easily lead to accidental aspiration!
