Help! Dog attack..

[kbandwe]

My Orpington "Blondie" flew over the fence onto the neighbor's yard while their dogs were out. She survived but has a few deep cuts. I'm bathing her to keep them clean. She's currently in the house in a dog crate to protect against the others from pecking at her. She's eating and drinking, but seems depressed. Her wounds are horrible to look at and I don't know what to do.

I can't afford to drive her a couple of hours to a vet that will see her plus the emergency fees. She's part pet, but at the same time she's livestock.

I've put a Cochin pullet in with get so she isn't lonely and they are getting along.

Any suggestions our advice would be great.

 

[Mountain Peeps]

I'm so sorry to hear of the accident! But, I'm glad Blonde is eating, drinking and has a buddy. I would (if possible) give her calming herbs like lavender, bee balm, thyme, basil etc. These will help relax and soothe her. I would put unpasteurized, organic apple cider vinegar in her water to boost her immunity. I would also put garlic in her food to make sure she doesn't catch a cold. And, I would put coconut oil and/or Vaseline on her wounds.

Hope she gets better soon!

 

[Gayleyy]

Awe poor baby! I am so sorry to hear that! I think I would try what Mountain Peeps suggested, maybe add some electrolytes, I hope she heals up soon.

 

[kbandwe]

An update on Blondie...

She's still got a few bald spots, but the chicken saddle is hiding those. She's happy, healthy and laying again. It took about 6 weeks for her to heal up, but then again, she did have some major injuries.

 

[Mountain Peeps]

An update on Blondie...

She's still got a few bald spots, but the chicken saddle is hiding those. She's happy, healthy and laying again. It took about 6 weeks for her to heal up, but then again, she did have some major injuries.

YAY!!!!