Infected cut?

[nessa.morg]

This is how I treated mine.

1. Get a shallow container and fill it with about two inches deep of warm water.
2. Put about 1 cup of epson salt in the warm water and stir till dissolved
3. Wrap your chickens body in a towel (this is so it won't be able to get away) and soak that foot for about 20-25 min.
4. Wash your hands really well then try to gently remove the scab. If your having trouble removing it, soak it for about ten more minutes then try to take it off again.
5. Then dry the foot and apply an antibiotic ointment or spray to the wound
6. Then wrap the foot in in a non-stick gauze and then in a wrap that will stick to itself
7. Make sure the wrap is tight but not to tight
8. Wash the foot daily every day after this with a mild soap and change the wrap daily

Since it is pretty swollen it might need oral antibiotics as well which mine did. You should talk to a local vet about it. Ill let you know what my vet prescribed my chicken so you can tell your vet. Make sure you don't get that foot dirty bc since you removed the scab it can get even more infected.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

That's in a tricky place, is the top of the toe swollen too? What does that look like?

Yes, I would be it Bumblefoot even though it's probably a cut to the foot that has gotten infected. The term Bumblefoot is infection (usually staph) of the foot/toes.

I would try the non-surgical treatment methods first since this is on the toe and there is not much tissue that can be manipulated. If it does not heal or she continues to have trouble with the foot several weeks after you have treated her as described, then you may want to try daily soaks in Tricide Neo.

 

[oreopiggy]

That's in a tricky place, is the top of the toe swollen too? What does that look like?

Yes, I would be it Bumblefoot even though it's probably a cut to the foot that has gotten infected. The term Bumblefoot is infection (usually staph) of the foot/toes.

I would try the non-surgical treatment methods first since this is on the toe and there is not much tissue that can be manipulated. If it does not heal or she continues to have trouble with the foot several weeks after you have treated her as described, then you may want to try daily soaks in Tricide Neo.

The top isnt swollen just the part by the spot

 

[oreopiggy]

This is how I treated mine.

1. Get a shallow container and fill it with about two inches deep of warm water.
2. Put about 1 cup of epson salt in the warm water and stir till dissolved
3. Wrap your chickens body in a towel (this is so it won't be able to get away) and soak that foot for about 20-25 min.
4. Wash your hands really well then try to gently remove the scab. If your having trouble removing it, soak it for about ten more minutes then try to take it off again.
5. Then dry the foot and apply an antibiotic ointment or spray to the wound
6. Then wrap the foot in in a non-stick gauze and then in a wrap that will stick to itself
7. Make sure the wrap is tight but not to tight
8. Wash the foot daily every day after this with a mild soap and change the wrap daily

Since it is pretty swollen it might need oral antibiotics as well which mine did. You should talk to a local vet about it. Ill let you know what my vet prescribed my chicken so you can tell your vet. Make sure you don't get that foot dirty bc since you removed the scab it can get even more infected.

Can i use any epson salt and what antibiotic ointment should i use sorry for all the questions im new to this

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Can i use any epson salt and what antibiotic ointment should i use sorry for all the questions im new to this

I'm sure @nessa.morg may chime in later, but use plain epsom salts. Triple antibiotic ointment like plain Neosporin or store brand is fine.

 

[oreopiggy]

I'm sure @nessa.morg may chime in later, but use plain epsom salts. Triple antibiotic ointment like plain Neosporin or store brand is fine.

Whats the best oral antibiotics to give her

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Whats the best oral antibiotics to give her

If you get the infection out (hardened pus), antibiotics are usually not necessary. If the foot gets worse after treatment, ask your vet for advice on the best antibiotic to use.

Some people order Amoxicillin online, this can be given orally. Injectables like Penicillin G is also an option. Antibiotics are not a short cut when treating something like Bumblefoot, chicken pus/infection is a semi-hard substance and will not dry up on it's own even if you administer antibiotics, the pus still has to be removed so healing can begin.

 

[nessa.morg]

If you get the infection out (hardened pus), antibiotics are usually not necessary. If the foot gets worse after treatment, ask your vet for advice on the best antibiotic to use.

Some people order Amoxicillin online, this can be given orally. Injectables like Penicillin G is also an option. Antibiotics are not a short cut when treating something like Bumblefoot, chicken pus/infection is a semi-hard substance and will not dry up on it's own even if you administer antibiotics, the pus still has to be removed so healing can begin.

I used clavamox (this is an oral antibiotics) which is amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid and yes use plain Epsom salts. You don't want to use any with added stuff in it bc It might irritate it. Oh and clavamox needs a prescription from the vet to get. Also ask about an anti inflammatory to help with pain and swelling