Bumblefoot

[Squeak61]

Hey everyone. One of my new chickens that I adopted has a case of bumble foot, it’s the first time I’ve ever dealt with it. My bantam Polish has a big smaller than pea sized bumblefoot scab on the bottom of her foot. She’s not limping at all, and you can’t tell she has bumblefoot from looking at the top. Any recommendations for treatment? I don’t think it’s very severe.

 

[dawg53]

Sometimes bumblefoot heals on its own and goes away. Since she's not limping and no evidence of redness or swelling around the scab, I wouldnt do surgery at this time. Let it 'heal' on its own.
That said, just keep an eye on her for limping. Then check for redness and swelling when it occurs. Then minor surgery will be necessary.