1. Sep 13, 2014 #1
   

   simi33 Chirping

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   Hello. One of my young hens has bumblefoot. I dont know if I should treat it myself or take it to a vet. Can you please look at the pics and let me know your opinion?

    
2. Sep 13, 2014 #2
   

   iwiw60 Crowing

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   Here is an excellent page that will help you with this, it includes a video of the surgery, too:
   
   http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/search?q=bumblefoot
   
   
   
   Wishing you all the best, and keep us updated!

    
3. Sep 13, 2014 #3
   

   welasharon Songster

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   Also check out this thread...it is interesting. Some like the one you have are responding to non-surgical treatment.
   https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...efoot-journey-back-to-health/20#post_14085872

    

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