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    Turkey Poult in Distress

    Thank you. Yes, I'll try coconut oil (or bag balm) shortly. I added a litter box full of diatomaceous earth this morning and I'll see if she uses that anytime soon. I also tried dusting her feet and legs myself. They have a perch that some use at night, others don't. I'll likely move their...
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    Turkey Poult in Distress

    Hi folks. We have 6 poults, all 3 weeks old. They are eating, drinking and active. Last night one of them started chirping loudly, running around, both staring and pecking at her legs and feet. She does this whether indoors on chips at night or outdoors on the grass in their little tractor...
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    Turkey Advice?? Really strange, acute illness!!

    I know this is a very old thread, but I'm hoping you're still active. One of my 3 week old poults is doing the same thing. She only calms down when I hold her over warm water, soaking her legs.I've tried given her a dirt bath. I'm considering putting bag balm on her legs (mites)? Did you get...
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    Life after avian flu

    Sorry: the original post was misleading. It wasn't confirmed bird flu so the vet didn't report it. Given the duck's symptoms, he treated them for Infectious Serositis. To be certain, I'm going to lock everyone up for the time recommended by the FDA. Eventually, I'd like to add to my flock (only...
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    Avian Flu Near Me

    Yes, I would consider locking them up. If you do so, consider keeping the ducks separate. They are little feathered Trojan horses of the flu. If they got the flu from the wild ducks, they may not show symptoms, but could pass the virus through their droppings. The chickens could get sick from...
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    Life after avian flu

    When would it be safe to introduce birds to a coop if you have bird flu in the area? I lost some birds, though the vet assumed New Duck Disease from 3 ducklings I brought home. For now, I'm keeping everyone locked up to be safe, but would eventually like to add more to the flock.
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