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    4 week old chick with broken tibia

    Remember, it is important that she STAYS OFF the leg for 10 days without putting any weight on leg for it to heal. Dont be afraid of setting the leg bone. Feel the bone with your fingers, both bone ends should be fairly well aligned. When its aligned the chick should feel some comfort...
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    4 week old chick with broken tibia

    Looks great...keep them feet off the ground...she will be fine given some time.. just think, if your leg was broken, you wouldn't use it either and you would just let it dangle there too...keep her quiet, and things will be looking better in a few weeks
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    4 week old chick with broken tibia

    It really doesn't matter what bone is broken. If the bone is in its natural position (relatively inline with each other) it will heal just fine. Maybe with a little limp but none the less alright.
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    Avian man here

    Hey everyone here to help with anything that I can. 30+ years of experience with birds.
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    Worming mixed flock of turkeys and chickens?

    Invermectin works great. It's the go to for treatment on internal AND external parasites. Cant eat the meat or eggs for 14 days after treatment. Its unregulated and can be purchased at a local feed store. Its sold in various sizes and at 1% concentration. Dosage is .2-.4ml per kg body weight (...
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    4 week old chick with broken tibia

    I've had MANY MANY chickens, guinea foul, peacocks and others with broken legs. In my opinion, once the bone is realigned, you need to suspend the juvenile for 10-14 days. I use a clear plastic tub that is large enough its legs can hang without hitting the sides or bottom. I use a towel with...
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