Chick with "splayed out" legs

[greytabby]

I have a quick question: I have a chick that is a few days old and its legs are "splayed out" and it doesn't walk like the rest of them. I have separated it into its own box with a heat light. food and water. Is this something that will straighten its self out or should I have my husband "cross it over"? I'm assuming its a dis~joint problem due to getting sat on? They do have an appropriate sized area but you know how they love to snuggle together. I appreciate advice from anyone who has dealt with this problem before, thank you

 

[greenfamilyfarms]

This is called Spraddle Leg. It can be corrected with time and TLC, but it won't correct itself on its own. Here is a link that will help you:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/20205/splayed-spaddled-legs-our-attempt-at-therapy

 

[Keltara]

I have a quick question: I have a chick that is a few days old and its legs are "splayed out" and it doesn't walk like the rest of them. I have separated it into its own box with a heat light. food and water. Is this something that will straighten its self out or should I have my husband "cross it over"? I'm assuming its a dis~joint problem due to getting sat on? They do have an appropriate sized area but you know how they love to snuggle together. I appreciate advice from anyone who has dealt with this problem before, thank you

It is definitely not a reason to put her down. The good news is that it is VERY, and EASILY treated.

Go Here
And then go to her blog here.

Your chick will be as good as new before you know it!!

Kelly

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Our Country Chronicles

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[greytabby]

It is definitely not a reason to put her down. The good news is that it is VERY, and EASILY treated.

Go Here And then go to her blog here. Your chick will be as good as new before you know it!!

Kelly​

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Thank u

 

[greytabby]

Thanks guys. She is all set in her "soft splint" and hopefully with enough TLC, she will do great.

 

[Keltara]

Be sure to post an update on your special little girl! ♥

 

[Keltara]

How's she doing? Are her legs better?