curled toes

[mixed breed]

I have an 8 week old that I just moved outside. I noticed she was just standing in one spot and didn't have the same reaction to a new outdoor run that the others had. Upon carful observation I noticed her toes looked like they were broken. She eats and drinks. After doing the research I feel that she has curled toes. Many cures are for newly hatched chicks. What can I do for my 8 week old?

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. I'd suggest posting your question on the ER forum - https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/10/emergencies-diseases-injuries-and-cures . I have read that the condition can due to a vitamin deficiency (among other possible causes, I'm sure), but I'd prefer that you get advice from the experts.

Best of luck

CT

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

Hi

Glad you could join us here! I'm afraid at 8 weeks there is not much that can be done to straighten them out. The feet have developed at this stage and there is not as much flexibility within them to fix them. Here is a good link to check out ~ https://sites.google.com/a/poultrypedia.com/poultrypedia/poultry-podiatry

Wishing you the very best of luck with your chick

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[mixed breed]

Thanks all!

 

[mixed breed]

Curled toe update. Sometimes we have to let nature takes is course. She is up and running with the best of them like there was never any problem. All is well in the Chicken Palace.

 

[Kiki]

I have an 8 week old that I just moved outside. I noticed she was just standing in one spot and didn't have the same reaction to a new outdoor run that the others had. Upon carful observation I noticed her toes looked like they were broken. She eats and drinks. After doing the research I feel that she has curled toes. Many cures are for newly hatched chicks. What can I do for my 8 week old?

Can you post a picture of the toes? I am curious. Welcome to BYC.