Chick with bump on knee

[cfremder]

I noticed one of my 2 week old chickens has a bump on its' knee and it is causing its' foot to turn sideways. She is in a large pen with 8 other chicks and 12 baby turkeys.

 

[Poultrybreeder]

it almost looks like the leg is broken right at the knee, see if you can straighten it out, it may be gross, but if possible it could save a lifetime of hobbling for the chicken

 

[cfremder]

it almost looks like the leg is broken right at the knee, see if you can straighten it out, it may be gross, but if possible it could save a lifetime of hobbling for the chicken

Ok-will do. Do you think I should bandage it as well?

 

[Poultrybreeder]

yes, you can use toothpicks with the pointy ends cut off for support, and bandage it tight enough that it will help prevent movement, but loose enough for blood to get into the leg

 

[cfremder]

yes, you can use toothpicks with the pointy ends cut off for support, and bandage it tight enough that it will help prevent movement, but loose enough for blood to get into the leg

OK-will let you know how it goes. Thanks for the advise

 

[Poultrybreeder]

You're welcome, and thanks!