Can I use this paralized Turkey for meat?

[neverbdone]

I have a BBB turkey that went down about 6 weeks ago. I did a molasses flush and he survived. However, his legs have been paralized ever since and his neck occasionally has control issues wings and everything else seems normal. I am assuming the original cause is long gone or this bird would no longer be with us. Can I safely use this bird for meat? Is there any sure way to tell when I cull him? Any help greatly appreciated.

 

[FireTigeris]

do you have other options for using him w/o humans eating him?

(dog food, cat food)

 

[neverbdone]

Yes, I have sold four and have four perfectly healthy birds that will go to that. But if it is OK to use this bird I was looking forward to my own first homegrown thanksgiving turkey. But, not if its dangerous in any way. The dogs are my children, so if I can't eat it how could I give it to the dogs? I guess I could leave it out for the coyotes thanksgiving dinner. The turk seems happy enough eyes are bright and eats like. . .well like a turkey. He moves himself around in a circle pretty well. Anyway is there any way to tell if its safe?

 

[Oregon Blues]

I'd eat it.

 

[cassie]

There is absolutely no reason not to butcher and eat this bird. The sooner the better for all concerned.

 

[yinepu]

I'd eat it.

X2

 

[neverbdone]

Oh Thank You BYC BUDS!!!

Butchered yesterday and the cleanest bird I have seen. Who says BBB's have ugly skin. He looks beautiful. Done well and in the cool water ready for freezer camp. I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving and a 25 lb bird on the table for two hard working people, their friends and leftovers for the pups. Again, thanks for your input.