caked mud and or poop on toe nails

[Arthur]

Some of my girls have what appears to be mud and or poop caked over some of there nails. It is very hard. Should I be getting this off ? Was wondering if it cause some type of constriction issue on the toes ie. circulation. thanks !!

 

[Arthur]

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[kuntrygirl]

Get your chickens and soak their feet in lukewarm water for about 5 minutes. I use a little dawn dish detergent. Then you can peel the cacked mud and poop off. Keep on eye on their toes on a daily basis.

 

[tclegg]

yes-that's what I would do--use dawn or even Ivory and make sure to check them

 

[cmom]

I have had that too. I put pans of water out for them and they like to wade in the water which soaks their feet.

 

[kuntrygirl]

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Great idea. I do the same thing as well.

 

[Arthur]

Thank you !!!!

 

[7L Farm]

I've been thinking of getting a wading pool for mine. Its hotter than three hells with a lid on it down here.

 

[Rocky Top Chick]

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Never heard that one before

 

[R.M. Hens]

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Love that saying!!!