Chick injury *graphic*

[Weetamoo93]

2 days old, from broody hen

Is there any hope, or do I end it's suffering? She was taking good care of it yesterday. Not sure if it was Mom or another jealous hen who was trying to chick nap.

 

[CabritaChicks]

2 days old, from broody hen

Is there any hope, or do I end it's suffering? She was taking good care of it yesterday. Not sure if it was Mom or another jealous hen who was trying to chick nap.

I know this won't be easy for some to hear, but I truly believe it's time to let this little one go and allow it to rest in peace, it is suffering beyond comprehension. The damage is too extensive, and it *if it recovers, it will be bullied to the point of exhaustion. Im sorry

Edit: And I would do it fast.

 

[GirlsHuntToo]

I would put it down, there's no way it would recover from that and it's probably in so much pain right now. I'm sorry.

 

[Weetamoo93]

Alright. I got it cozy under a brooder plate and slapped some "hen-saver" salve on just before posting because I got a cranky infant to handle first. After I get my kiddo settled, I'll put it down.

It's not my first time, but it's always harder with chicks. I'm thinking pruning shears will be the best option since cervical dislocation would require handling the injured head.

 

[CoopBoots]

Alright. I got it cozy under a brooder plate and slapped some "hen-saver" salve on just before posting because I got a cranky infant to handle first. After I get my kiddo settled, I'll put it down.

It's not my first time, but it's always harder with chicks. I'm thinking pruning shears will be the best option since cervical dislocation would require handling the injured head.

I agree. I am so sorry. *hugs*

 

[CabritaChicks]

I purchased a pair of sheers on amazon- it is for sectioning poultry. It has a 'notch' toward the center, and unfortunately (fortunately) fits perfectly

I use it to cull many species that are smaller.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DG85ZY8?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_9&th=1

 

[alinas2010]

I’m so sorry…how is this chick? I mean does it seem like there is any hope for her? Is she shocky? I only ask bc I would have a hard time putting it down myself, I would have to wait for help in a situation like this.

I’m really sorry this happened.

 

[Weetamoo93]

I’m so sorry…how is this chick? I mean does it seem like there is any hope for her? Is she shocky? I only ask bc I would have a hard time putting it down myself, I would have to wait for help in a situation like this.

I’m really sorry this happened.

It's calm and quiet for the moment, so at least relatively cozy. Not my first time mercy culling a chick, but I hate mercy culling chicks.

Naturally, this is the one I was excited about due to it's "unique" coloring.

 

[CabritaChicks]

It's calm and quiet for the moment, so at least relatively cozy. Not my first time mercy culling a chick, but I hate mercy culling chicks.

Naturally, this is the one I was excited about due to it's "unique" coloring.

I ti sin more pain than you can image- especially with the skin exposed to dry heat. It starts to 'shrink' the tissues, and it is the worst feeling. We did a study (I wont get into specifics), but do it soon.

I just went through that with one of my 'gypsy chicks'.... I cant describe it in words, but once done, look away- walk away, have another project to take your mind off of it.

 

[Weetamoo93]

I ti sin more pain than you can image- especially with the skin exposed to dry heat. It starts to 'shrink' the tissues, and it is the worst feeling. We did a study (I wont get into specifics), but do it soon.

I just went through that with one of my 'gypsy chicks'.... I cant describe it in words, but once done, look away- walk away, have another project to take your mind off of it.

That's my plan. Just had to take care of human kids real quick. The salve was to temporarily alleviate the pain of raw nerves/keep things moist until I could locate the shears.

Shears have been located, and infant is nearly placated. She may just need to be put in a bouncer and deal with being mad while I deal with chicky if she doesn't settle soon.