Broken Foot

[deniser2353]

My daughter asked me to keep one of her chickens, that was hurt in the main coop, as the other chickens
are hurting her. She has a bad foot, I think.
I noticed she can not splay out her toes like the other foot. She can barely put weight on it, however, she
is very lively, eating and drinking well. She paws at the ground with the bad foot. Is there anything you know
of that I can do to help her...
Thank you

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us! Try posting in the "Emergencies/Diseases/Injuries and Cures" section.

 

[drumstick diva]

Could you take her to a vet? It's impossible for us to examine her and know if she has a fracture, or a sprain, or dislocation. It's good that she eats and gets around but, animals tend to go on with their lives as best they can.

 

[trailrider330]

Welcome to the BYC flock! We are glad you joined us, though I wish it were under better circumstances!

Are you sure it is broken? Could it be a strain or pulled tendon? Could it be bumble foot? It there any swelling, change in the color of the foot, or change in the temperature of the foot compared to the other? any noticeable changes to the bottom of the foot? Any details you can add to the emergencies thread will help others help you. Pictures are also helpful.

In the meantime, make sure she is kept away from other birds and continues to eat/drink. Perhaps a call the the vet is in order?