Ascites?? Swollen, squishy abdomen - WITH PICS & VIDEO (page 9)

[tamtam84]

Buttercup has been filling back up with fluid over the past few days, so we decided to drain her this morning. I've already detailed my process on this thread, but I thought it would be helpful to actually see how I do it in case any of you aren't comfortable draining yourself and want to see it. Normally my husband holds her while I drain her, but he had to take the video so I held and drained her by myself. It is much easier, though, to have someone else hold your hen so you can get a better view for draining.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.

 

[ValleyPoultryFarms]

You'll have to wait a bit to see if she goes bald on her bum to observe more easily..

 

[arkansaschicks]

It would not let me watch it.Says video is private. Am I doing something wrong?

 

[flgardengirl]

Same here lol. Maybe there are other videos on you tube on how to do it?

 

[arkansaschicks]

So how is she doing since you drained her? Any eggs from Chickabod?

 

[tamtam84]

Whoops, fixed it! Sorry, I had set it as private, but now it's public so you should be able to view.

Buttercup seems to be feeling much better! I'm sure it's like a weight was lifted off her. Still no eggs from Chickabod! Thanks for asking

 

[ejctm]

Tamtam, the video is great. If i drain Bene then i think i feel confident to do it. Thank you for showing us.

 

[tamtam84]

Thanks! I'm so glad it made you feel more confident - that was my goal! How is Bene doing lately? Let us know how it goes if you decide to drain her.

 

[arkansaschicks]

Yes, thank you very much!!

 

[arkansaschicks]

Are you still thinking she is laying internally? Her fluid appears clear and free of any yolk. Maybe she just has ascites?