Jan 1, 2015 #1 ProjectChick Songster 5 Years Aug 23, 2014 108 9 101 Iowa My Coop My Coop Hello, When I went out to check the chickens today, I noticed something strange with our rooster Cogburn's comb. I have a couple of pictures and was wondering what you guys thought about it and of course whether I need to do anything. As always I appreciate your input. Thanks again!
Hello, When I went out to check the chickens today, I noticed something strange with our rooster Cogburn's comb. I have a couple of pictures and was wondering what you guys thought about it and of course whether I need to do anything. As always I appreciate your input. Thanks again!
Jan 1, 2015 #2 Eggcessive Wrangler Premium Feather Member 14 Years Apr 3, 2011 83,322 84,591 1,592 southern Ohio I think it could be some early frostbite on his comb. Below is a picture of early frostbite to compare. I would avoid massaging the comb. Here is a good link on frostbite: http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2013/12/frostbit-in-backyard-chickens-causes.html
I think it could be some early frostbite on his comb. Below is a picture of early frostbite to compare. I would avoid massaging the comb. Here is a good link on frostbite: http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2013/12/frostbit-in-backyard-chickens-causes.html