Hen attacked, by what, I don't know

[MarlaMac]

Do you let your flock out on the grass at all?
If so, you may be able to take her for monitored "visits" or she may enjoy being in a kennel outside near the flock. I just wouldn't let her have access to much dirt at this point.
Believe me, trying to get a wound like that cleaned back out after they take a nice dust bath isn't anything I ever want to do again

This is EXACTLY why my husband and I spoke about this morning. We will set up a temp covered run in the grass - yes - my chickens have full access to my beautiful Zoysia lawn at all times. During the summer they hang there near the decks so they have quick access to shade.

 

[MarlaMac]

This is EXACTLY why my husband and I spoke about this morning. We will set up a temp covered run in the grass - yes - my chickens have full access to my beautiful Zoysia lawn at all times. During the summer they hang there near the decks so they have quick access to shade.

Update:

She is doing really well. Eating selectively - this morning put her watermelon over her mushy crumble so maybe she will pick some of that when she eats the melon, which she loves.

Pooping in proportion to her eating, so that is good.

I think the little bit of green on her skin is bruising, not infection.

She is really very cooperative.

 

[MarlaMac]

Update:

She is doing really well. Eating selectively - this morning put her watermelon over her mushy crumble so maybe she will pick some of that when she eats the melon, which she loves.

Pooping in proportion to her eating, so that is good.

I think the little bit of green on her skin is bruising, not infection.

She is really very cooperative.

Another update:

Moved her to the lawn this afternoon. She really enjoyed being out and about "among" her flock mates. Everyone came over to enjoy some watermelon with her. Rooster was VERY interested in her and wanted access, but we obviously did not give him that. However, she did submit to his demands pretty readily by completely squatting for him through the fence.

AND she had a normal - big and firm, not watery - poop today. So I am excited about that.

Wound looks even better tonight after the day of fresh air.

Going to try and put my other hen - the one with the soft shell egg issue - in with her tomorrow and see how that goes. Rooster is being a little aggressive with this one and I want to give her time to make sure her vent is on the mend and allow the antibiotics go to work in her.

Will monitor them in the AM to make sure they are leaving each other alone while enjoying each other's company.

Again, cannot express enough how much I appreciate everyone's help.

BTW @Wyorp Rock she LOVED the tomato - thanks!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

You're right, the green is usually brusing. If the wound was infected, you'd see angry skin and detect an odor.
From what I can tell from the photo the wounds look good, keep up the good work.

I'm glad she was able to get outside for a little while. Chickens are social and enjoy a little fresh air and sunshine, just like we do She my like having a buddy with her, so putting the other hen near her would be worth a try.

I'm glad she liked the tomato!

 

[MarlaMac]

Two girls doing very well together. When first put together, they quickly established who was the boss. To my delight, LC - the one with the wound - made it know that she is top chick. The continue to eat, drink and be happy together while they both heal.

 

[Duckin Crazy]

I did see that this should be given orally to chickens. It can cause nercrosis at the injection sight if given IM.

Phew, it's a good thing I lied (un intentionally). it was injectable penicillin with directions from our new friend at the feed store on dosing... Read this got scared and had to run and see what was in the refrigerator. No idea why that other name really rung a bell with me.
As far as you know, is injectable penicillin okay?
I appreciate anyone's words of advice. Totally new to fowl and the closest vet is 80 mi away unless you have other farm animals that they see. (My husband is not going to talk me into a goat! At this stage in our life we were supposed to be getting less things to take care of, not more!)

 

[MarlaMac]

Update:

LC is doing well. I think she enjoys being in the house too much. She definitely loves being outside but today was cold and wet so we kept her and her buddy that is recovering from a internally busted egg inside for the day.

She looks like she is healing well and some feathers are starting to grow back.

Question - will this hole ever completely close up or will she always have this gap between her neck and here back.

Thanks all for input!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

The wound is looking good.

The hole will probably eventually close up, but that's going to take a good long time.

 

[MarlaMac]

The wound is looking good.

The hole will probably eventually close up, but that's going to take a good long time.

At what point will I know it is okay to put her back in the flock with Rooster?

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Imho, I would at least wait until that wound closes and she's fully feathered in before I let her with a rooster.