Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[BY Bob]

So, DH and I have agreed that we are going to attempt to lance Roostie’s foot tomorrow. It will be his last day of the antibiotics as well. I have seen hens heal up some pretty awful injuries, without antibiotics, so I’m hoping he feels much better and the little bit of pain/discomfort will be mitigated by a lot of relief once the mass of pus is cleared out. I’ve got a lot of trepidation about this but I really think it’s the best thing I can do for him. I’m a little concerned about the tendons and structure of the foot, bleeding, and I don’t want to be messing around with it more than necessary. If some of the pus is left in the wound do you guys think his own system will eventually clear it out? I’m planning a full clean out and bedding replacement for the hospital tractor this afternoon... and I’m going to move it over a little further and add another large tarp. I hope it stops raining soon.

Extend the antibiotics for another 3-5 days post cutting to be safe. How did you wind up giving them to him? Don't worry if it you can't safely get it all. His body will clear small amounts. It's the big mass of whatever it is that's the problem.

 

[BY Bob]

Oh wow...I hope you don't get that much! Your yard is beautiful though!

Thanks. I'm actually expecting more. This is a long duration event.

 

[featherhead007]

So, DH and I have agreed that we are going to attempt to lance Roostie’s foot tomorrow. It will be his last day of the antibiotics as well. I have seen hens heal up some pretty awful injuries, without antibiotics, so I’m hoping he feels much better and the little bit of pain/discomfort will be mitigated by a lot of relief once the mass of pus is cleared out. I’ve got a lot of trepidation about this but I really think it’s the best thing I can do for him. I’m a little concerned about the tendons and structure of the foot, bleeding, and I don’t want to be messing around with it more than necessary. If some of the pus is left in the wound do you guys think his own system will eventually clear it out? I’m planning a full clean out and bedding replacement for the hospital tractor this afternoon... and I’m going to move it over a little further and add another large tarp. I hope it stops raining soon.

 

[BY Bob]

Extend the antibiotics for another 3-5 days post cutting to be safe. How did you wind up giving them to him? Don't worry if it you can't safely get it all. His body will clear small amounts. It's the big mass of whatever it is that's the problem.

@Kris5902 if you can get some Anbesol for toothaches it contains lidocaine and is great at numbing tissue. You could rub it around the area to numb it first. I don't know how deep it will go but it certainly will help some.

 

[Shadrach]

He's doing the best he can for now. I respect that. How is his foot doing these days?

His foot isn't really getting any better. He'll be going back to see Gloria the vet in a couple of weeks. Other things are though.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

A year this month. Look what you started. I have no idea how I came across this thread, buts it's fun! I should bring my old pals over. Ahem..well, old and young. I do go into the olds folks home. Good ol friends in there that have been on BYC as long as me, if not a bit longer. The things that have happened through the years! Some happy, some very sad. BYC folks come to your relief aid in many different ways. I lost a Golden Retriever in the most odd way years ago. I told the story on one of the threads. A gal says, send me a photo of your favorite with him, I'll draw a picture. Wow. Beautiful. I can't find the real photo..Ive had three Golden's throughout my life. This was Toby.View attachment 2510017 Another sad thing...I had a mentally handicapped sister that I talked about on a thread because she was having a tough time doing Dialysis. She had literally drowned when taken to a Lake by caregivers in the home she was staying in. Thank heavens for a gal that happened to be there that day, she gave Lisa CPR, brought her to. Well, a gal on the Old Folks thread..not old.. ..made her a quilt! Lisa's favorite thing..cats. She made the cutest cat quilt. Lisa took that quilt into a couple of homes with her. She got moved a couple of times once she stated dialysis. First photo at my home, second in the last care home she was in. View attachment 2510028View attachment 2510027 Our Lisa was brought home last March because she didn't want to do dialysis any more. Couldn't blame her, the fishulas kept clotting, long story short, Soo many surgeries. Brought her home, Hospice brought a bed into our living room, she passed 5 weeks later. They had told me it would only be a few days..hard the last couple of weeks, but glad we had her longer than expected. Still missing her. . I will keep that quilt forever. She loved it. I don't want to end on a sad note. I just wanted to share how incredibly loving people can be on this site! I get regular birthday cards, Christmas cards, or just because from another gal. I got a chicken swing from another. Too cute. Private messages when someone wanted to give help in some way..personal..or chicken related. I've also given a bit of advice. . Or condolences to others. Love BYC folks. This is the friendliest .. cleanest blog I've come across ever. A great Community. I heard someone mention Favorell. I'll find a photo of my bantam girl..made a great mom!

Another Golden Retriever fan! They the best dogs and great at giving love attacks. So much enthusiasm and love.

We used to puppy raise for the Guide Dogs for the Blind. We raised 3 Labradors and 3 GRs. Our favourites were the GRs. Our best girl ever, Stella, came back to us when she retired. I’ll post a pic when I’m next on my computer.

 

[BY Bob]

A Snowy Day Project

I new that I would be mostly locked in the house today so I planned a chicken project. I have been wanting to memorialize the chickens that have passed on somehow. Yesterday I finally found a frame suitable to the task. Today I selected and printed the photos and devised the words. I think it came out pretty well.

The sentiment is based upon a Ronny Millsap song. Here are the words.

Our paths will never cross again
Maybe our hearts will never mend
But we’re glad for all the good times
Cause you've brought us so much sunshine

We wouldn't trade one memory
Cause you meant so much to we
Even though we lost you all
We wouldn't have missed it for the world

 

[BY Bob]

His foot isn't really getting any better. He'll be going back to see Gloria the vet in a couple of weeks. Other things are though.

I am sorry to hear that. Hopefully she has another idea to try.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

So, DH and I have agreed that we are going to attempt to lance Roostie’s foot tomorrow. It will be his last day of the antibiotics as well. I have seen hens heal up some pretty awful injuries, without antibiotics, so I’m hoping he feels much better and the little bit of pain/discomfort will be mitigated by a lot of relief once the mass of pus is cleared out. I’ve got a lot of trepidation about this but I really think it’s the best thing I can do for him. I’m a little concerned about the tendons and structure of the foot, bleeding, and I don’t want to be messing around with it more than necessary. If some of the pus is left in the wound do you guys think his own system will eventually clear it out? I’m planning a full clean out and bedding replacement for the hospital tractor this afternoon... and I’m going to move it over a little further and add another large tarp. I hope it stops raining soon.

Good luck tomorrow Kris. All the best for you and Roostie.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

A Snowy Day Project

I new that I would be mostly locked in the house today so I planned a chicken project. I have been wanting to memorialize the chickens that have passed on somehow. Yesterday I finally found a frame suitable to the task. Today I selected and printed the photos and devised the words. I think it came out pretty well.

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The sentiment is based upon a Ronny Millsap song. Here are the words.

Our paths will never cross again
Maybe our hearts will never mend
But we’re glad for all the good times
Cause you've brought us so much sunshine

We wouldn't trade one memory
Cause you meant so much to we
Even though we lost you all
We wouldn't have missed it for the world

That’s a beautiful memorial Bob.