I had the exact same problem with some of my year olds a while back. Turned out, it was my feed. Purina Layena has calcium levels that are too low so I mixed the oyster shell right into their feed. Cleared it right up. Then I switched to a better feed & didn't have to worry about it anymore...
Here is a link to a thread about scaly leg mites. I don't know if your bird has it, but if she does, it can be pretty serious, and can spread to your other birds.
I soaked my bird in a warm bath with a vet shampoo with tea tree oil in it, then I tried the vaseline but found mineral oil to be...
Around here they sell seed, though it is just a mix. Check the web for your area for TSC. Otherwise check Gurney's.
http://www.tractorsupply.com/plotspike-reg-forage-feast-food-plot-seed-40-lb--4208773
PlotSpike Forage Feast Food Plot Seed is a combination of small grains, legumes, forage...
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Amen to ALL of that, IMHO........
ETA--back then, more things were made here in the US, by people who were proud of what they made, at the time.............
perchie.girl :
excellent post Ridgerunner.... plain ole Common sense.
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:idunnoLots of excellent ideas & words to live by here. Thanks for sharing, everyone. I've only had chickens for 9 years, though.
Mommy 2 Wee Ones, maybe try different colored zip ties on your birds legs to tell them...