We found 4 or 5 of our hens have bumblefoot. I've read some posts on here about it but looking for direct answers on the best way to treat. I've read Epsom salt soaks..do you just hold your chickens in a tub of water for 15 minutes? Is there an easier way? Then you extract the "corn", then you put ointment on and wrap. How often do you do this? How long til the bumblefoot heals?
What happens if you leave it? How serious is it to the rest of your flock, or how fast does it spread? We have 18 chickens so this seems like a time consuming, daunting task. I will take all the tips!!
Also, is it common for the bumblefoot to be in between their toes as well? Looks like cists or blisters in between their toes, haven't inspected the bottoms of their feet yet.
TIA!
What happens if you leave it? How serious is it to the rest of your flock, or how fast does it spread? We have 18 chickens so this seems like a time consuming, daunting task. I will take all the tips!!
Also, is it common for the bumblefoot to be in between their toes as well? Looks like cists or blisters in between their toes, haven't inspected the bottoms of their feet yet.
TIA!