i need some advice

[maryalexander]

one of my chicks was killed by my cousins cat and the other one only has the bone for its wing. will it live?

 

[Firekin1]

If there is no flesh or feathers left on the wing, just the bone I would be worried about infection myself as well as stress from the attack. Aside from that a chicken can live a happy relatively normal life with only one wing.

 

[maryalexander]

Thanks alot! I'm so glad that she will live. Thanks again firekin.

 

[Firekin1]

That's not saying your baby will live, poor thing has to get past the whole attack and heal first...but if your baby heals, one wing is not an issue.

 

[maryalexander]

okay thank you. will it matter if the bone and joint is not covered?

 

[Firekin1]

That's where an infection may set in. Personally I would get a vet or someone experienced in that field to take a look. Exposed bone is never a good idea, especially if there's nothing left to grow and cover it, it leaves an open door for bacteria and infection. But that's if I was in the same situation, I can fix many things on my chickens myself, but I can't fix everything. It may need a full amputation. But that's just my advice, perhaps someone more experienced in that situation ( I've only had one hen who had a crushed wing and it had to be amputated by the vet, she made a full recovery and still somewhat flew) would be able to shed some better light for you.

 

[maryalexander]

Thank you so much. You have been a very big help. This is such a great community here. I am so glad there are people out there who will take there time and help out a stranger in need. Thank you again.