- Feb 2, 2007
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Lurker here....tonight I found one of my Black Orpington Hens with a strange growth on the back of her head. At first I thought her head feathers were fluffed up but then I saw what appears to be a boil. She wasn't interested in me getting a closer look and I can't seem to find any reference to this in any of my chicken books. The growth is 'floppy' if that makes any sense...like a round growth the size of a gumball that flops when she moves...strangest thing.
This hen is very healthy; she's eating fine, laying well...running around with the other hens and goats. I did not notice this lump this morning when the flock went outside.
Any ideas? Suggestions for treatment (assuming she'll let me catch her?)
Thanks to all
Catherine
This hen is very healthy; she's eating fine, laying well...running around with the other hens and goats. I did not notice this lump this morning when the flock went outside.
Any ideas? Suggestions for treatment (assuming she'll let me catch her?)
Thanks to all
Catherine