GLW hen is limping, what should I do?

AussieRed

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Aug 25, 2023
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Yesterday I noticed she was limping some but was still moving around with the other girls fine. At bedtime she wasn’t able to jump up on the roost so I put her up there. When I checked this morning she must’ve fallen off or got pushed off because she was on top of the nest box. After work when I let them out to enjoy the backyard she limping a bit more. I checked her over. I didn’t see anything on her feet, legs, bottom or wings. She walks a little bit then lays down. She will still run from though lol. She eats and drinks fine. Poops are fine. Should I keep her off the roost for now? She is still trying to get up there but they just push her down. Do you think her leg or hip may be broke?
 
She may just have a bad sprain. You could also compare her hip joints to see if they feel off.

I'd keep her off the roost pole. Also maybe keep her in her own cage for a day or two to see if the leg is improving.
 

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