The_chik_hen_house
In the Brooder
- Mar 18, 2021
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In need of some help. Yesterday morning little Ruthie (a week old EE) was limping around the brooder. I did a quick check and found impacted poo on the bottom. So I brought her in and soaked it in some warm water and it came dislodged and the foot looked clean, and she was walking fine. So I placed her back in the brooder and checked on her an hour later. She was limping again, and was being bullied by the other chicks. So back in she came. I checked the bottom of the foot again and found no wound, however it was clearly swollen and reddish; along with toe curling. We did a Epsom soak, sprayed Vetericyn and splinted with tape. She was lethargic, so I gave electrolytes and offered some scrambled egg. She did perk up a bit, but I honestly didn't expect her to make it though the night. Well she is a fighter and is still going strong. I soaked twice today with Epsom and have been splinting and spraying with Vetericyn. It is still swollen, red and warm to the touch. She does hobble around on it but it clearly hurts. I am unsure if it is bumblefoot and thinking gout, or sprain. She is eating, drinking and defecating fine. She only chirps loud when I leave the room. She is currently watching Youtube on my phone and loving it. Anyway, if anyone has any insight, I would appreciate it.