16-mo old BO hen internal layer? update: Paris necropsy pics (graphic)

[OrpingtonManor]

time to bring her back in the house. she's going down again. won't leave the nest box, and loose pale yellow poo all over the place in there. I don't want to use Pen G for the third time, and can't find a source for Baytril without a prescription. I am searching for avian vets, but don't have much hope. I think the goal will be to make her as comfortable as possible until the inevitable happens.

 

[ranchhand]

Oh darn Steff, I am so sorry.

 

[OrpingtonManor]

I just found an avian vet about 5 miles from here. I'm going to give her a call.

ETA - Have an appointment tomorrow at 8:30am. $58.

 

[LilBizzy]

Oh, poor Paris!! And you!

You are lucky to have a vet nearby. $58 isn't too too bad. I do hope she can be helped!!

 

[OrpingtonManor]

We'll keep our fingers crossed. I googled avian vet, and found her. When I called, and they said yes to chickens, I was surprised. Let's hope it doesn't get hugely expensive.

 

[speckledhen]

I'm sorry as I can be about Paris.

 

[OrpingtonManor]

thanks, everybody. I'm hoping she has answers for me, and doesn't just scold me for not coming in sooner.

 

[LilBizzy]

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If she scolds you, just tell her there are LOTS of people who would be more than willing to tar and feather her!!

 

[OrpingtonManor]

My last vet scolded me for getting a second cat when my first cat had a chipped tooth. He said I had no business getting a second animal if I couldn't afford a root canal for the first. I haven't been back to a vet since.

(btw, first cat is just fine, and so is the tooth.)

I think you do the best you can for your animals, but pets shouldn't only be for the rich.

 

[ranchhand]

Remind her of your nursing background- that commands a certain degree of respect. And that you are now an educator, that also helps. I think your other vet had some "issues".

Good luck, I am hoping for the best.

to you and Paris!