[b]EMERGENCY! Survived Beating... Head Trauma[/b]

[quinkerton]

This is not what roo's do! There are many roo's out there that don't attack humans. You were just defending yourself and are trying to make it right. Don't listen to the negative feedback here! If he pulls through, sound to me like he may need some lady companionship to relieve his tension. (He need's some lady lovin). If he still tries to be aggressive then I would put him out of his missery. You don't need that. I also don't take my birds to the vets. I used to work in a vet's office and saw chickens occationally. Honestly I am not sure their cases were taken seriously. The vets would pass it off to the "new vet" because they didn't want to be bothered with it. So I think you will basically be just donating to your clinic rather then getting the care your bird needs. Hope he pulls through for you. Good luck.

 

[cgtara3]

If he continues to not do well, take him to a vet--if there is a vet to go to. Most don't deal with birds, let alone chickens. I called just about every vet in the area, and finally found one that would see a chicken--but most said they could not. Even a country vet said so. So, keep him comfortable. I have read articles about how to get a rooster to become less aggressive with humans. It sounds like it is possible to do it.

 

[dawg53]

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[schellie69]

So sorry that this happen please tell your DH not to feel so bad, he was reacting to a threat. A rooster can do a lot of damage I saw it happen my grandma had a rooster who thought it should attack one of my older cousins who was about 15 he needed stitches. the rooster cut his legs and arms luckily my grandpa grabbed the rooster and broke his neck didn't think twice he handed the rooster to grandma and she plucked him he was dinner a couple of days later. Roosters that get that aggressive can and will do a lot of damage do not underestimate an angry rooster. If you feel you need to try a vet then do that if not I would cull him. Sorry this happened to you.

 

[Whimsy]

Sorry you had to content with this, roos rarely are nice, I too have to decide weather Charlie will stay or go. He is a Bantam so his attacks are more annoying then harmful. He is good to the ladies and attentive to danger, but needs an attitude adjustment.

 

[ranchhand]

Let me offer some advice, from many years of experience.

When roosters start reaching sexual maturity, most, not all, will become VERY agressive, especially if you are not confident and authoritative with them. I usually ignore mine- if I'm walking through, they know to get out of my way because I am in charge, not them.

 

[Miss Lydia]

I don't think tylenol in any form is safe for chickens, baby aspirin is safe to give though. All the best on your decision.

 

[ultasol]

Regardless, the humane thing to do once this level of injury has been reached is to cull. Besides, the husbands concerns about 'putting eyes out' etc aren't going to change with an aggressive rooster, those risks will remain. Butcher him and honor him by making use of him. I understand it is hard, but if you and your husband are concerned for your safety around an aggressive cock, then get rid of the cock.

 

[sparkles2307]

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I do have to say that this is a sad story and I feel the OP's pain.
We had a sebright roo that did not get the hint after "at most 3" light kicks, and ended up knocking my nephew over and pecking a gouge out of the flesh under my nephew's chin, and in the same day made me 4yo bleed after repeatedly attacking his legs. We were around, and would "lightly kick at" him, but the moment the adults werent looking he'd be back on the warpath.
The one went bye-bye one dark and stormy night.

Anyways, I digress. While its always disturbing to hear of an animal that is injured by human hands, this sitation was at critical mass, and none of us were there so its not anyone's place to call down judgement unless you were a witness.

 

[EggNoob]

not sure where I read.. and cannot vouch for the suggestion... but it does sound like it has merit.
The author had said that with an aggressive roo, to try and swat or kick at it, is just reinforcing the instinct to fight. The author suggested instead to catch the roo and carry them tucked under your arm. They stated that this helps to establish you as superior/alpha as it takes the roo out of their ability to fight. It makes them submit to your wishes against theirs.. Shrug..