Antibiotics sourcing

[Eggcessive]

If a vet is at all possible, including farm or large animal vet, it would be best to get antibiotics for the specific problem. Almost no antibiotics are approved for poultry because of egg and meat withdrawal times. But if you need to treat a serious infection most vets who agree to see you will help you. Bone infections from bumblefoot should not be assumed without a vet. Doxycycline will not treat osteomyelitis. Clindamycin or cephalosporins may treat it, but may be hard to get or be prescribed. We are not vets here and cannot diagnose osteomyelitis. Bumblefoot, though is pretty common. Usually soaking and removing pus may be enough, and some may use amoxicillin to treat it.

 

[FlockAround-andFindOut]

If a vet is at all possible, including farm or large animal vet, it would be best to get antibiotics for the specific problem. Almost no antibiotics are approved for poultry because of egg and meat withdrawal times. But if you need to treat a serious infection most vets who agree to see you will help you. Bone infections from bumblefoot should not be assumed without a vet. Doxycycline will not treat osteomyelitis. Clindamycin or cephalosporins may treat it, but may be hard to get or be prescribed. We are not vets here and cannot diagnose osteomyelitis. Bumblefoot, though is pretty common. Usually soaking and removing pus may be enough, and some may use amoxicillin to treat it.

She hasn't used this foot in over a week. There was a plug in the toenail bed. The other foot also has a pad plug I started to remove but she's not able to use the other foot... Any tips on how to get the infection out of the inside of her body? The picture shows the foot prior to plug removal and post by about a week

 

[Ruffled Feathers Studio]

My chicken has grade 5 bumblefoot and osteomyletsis. I know she needs cloxacillan or another type of antibiotic but I'm having such a hard time getting a veterinarian to prescribe me it and also getting an appointment for her (not a lot of avian vets in my area)

Has anybody found a way around this conundrum?

 

[FlockAround-andFindOut]

Did you check out jedds com?

 

[Ruffled Feathers Studio]

Siegel's pigeon supply dot com is where you can find what you need to keep a flock healthy. it was recommended to me by a reputable breeder. have you dewormed? bumble foot is caused a bacterial infection. soak its foot in Epsom salt after the soak use some Betadine or iodine and keep it loosely wrapped. and keep it clean.is the bird housed indoor or outdoor? either way change bedding daily to keep it clean.
when using antibiotics Please be cautious and read the instructions thoroughly Do not abuse or over treat your birds with antibiotics. overuse can do more harm than good.
refer to poultry dvm dot com for professional advice. jeff Duguay has an excellent book that as a newbie to chickens it's an excellent source.

 

[Ruffled Feathers Studio]

Did you check out jedds com?

Yes I get stuff from them too.

 

[FlockAround-andFindOut]

Yes I get stuff from them too.

You should come organize my spot! My goodness! Looking well stocked!

 

[citychicks99]

Is it common for chickens to have watery poop when they're on antibiotics? I've been giving my hen amoxicillin for 7 days and I've noticed that even though she's eating solid food her poop is consistently watery.

 

[Ruffled Feathers Studio]

Is it common for chickens to have watery poop when they're on antibiotics? I've been giving my hen amoxicillin for 7 days and I've noticed that even though she's eating solid food her poop is consistently watery.

Add probiotics to her water. Chickens typically have ave two watery poops and several regular poops. It’s how their gut works. But antibiotics also kill good bacteria. You can get the probiotics at any feet store Cal Ranch tractor supply.