Is this Bumblefoot?

[centrarchid]

Antibiotic even after surgery will not correct problem without prevention of re-infection. Bumblefoot is a tough to lick and inclined to re-occur under conditions that promote it. Having a bird with both feet affected at same time indicates ground conditions need work as well.

 

[ottbjumper06]

I only got this bird 2 weeks ago... So I had no control over the previous ground conditions. I'm only trying to fix it so he can feel better.

 

[Eggcessive]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/236649/bumblefoot-surgery-with-pics-and-how-to

 

[LTygress]

Duramycin or Tylan. Both come in the injectable form, and Duramycin also comes in powder form that gets added to the drinking water. Both of them are ALSO broad-spectrum, so it will help prevent infections during the healing process from a very large range of bacteria.

I'm not completely sure about Tylan, but I know Duramycin is a sulfur-based antibiotic, so it is bright yellow and will taste bitter. When you use the powder form, you will have to prevent them from gaining access to ANY other drinking source.

If injecting, I'd suggest getting a syringe/needle combo from a diabetic friend and use ONLY 10 units, injecting it directly into the wound (1/10th of a cc) and then wrapping it.

 

[SandyK]

Vetericyn is wonderful for helping to clear up Bumblefoot. Do a search and read about those using it.

I have a new year old Barred Rock that was given to me because they no longer could have chickens. When I was going through inspecting everyone, found out that she had a really bad Bumblefoot spot on one toe. So I tried to cut as much out as I could and then cleaned it up and used the Vetericyn for a couple weeks now. Today I found her just standing around and obvious diarrhea. Not feeling good at all.

She will eat for me. I gave her some wheat bread soaked in buttermilk with 1/2 tsp epsom salts on it. Also, gave her a piece of bread soaked in Bird Biotic. Moved her to a cage with her food and water with vinegar in it. Anything else I should do for her? The Bumblefoot is closed and healed over, still a big bump on it though. Left her bandages off for now. She still has a nice red comb, but stands around with her eyes closed. So you know she isn't feeling well.

Please help with any suggestions, I am going to feel so bad if I lose this girl. This was the little boy's chicken in the family.

It has been raining and humid on and off for days now.

Thanks so much,
Sandy

P.S. I used to use the Neosporin for Bumblefoot, but the Vetericyn is much better. For some reason, lots of my girls come down with Bumblefoot. Not sure if it is the area or what. I have a wonderful run and house for them. Not sure what in the world is causing it.

Sandyk's Chicken Coop

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/591896/coop-porch-addition-pic

 

[ottbjumper06]

Vetericyn is wonderful for helping to clear up Bumblefoot. Do a search and read about those using it. I have a new year old Barred Rock that was given to me because they no longer could have chickens. When I was going through inspecting everyone, found out that she had a really bad Bumblefoot spot on one toe. So I tried to cut as much out as I could and then cleaned it up and used the Vetericyn for a couple weeks now. Today I found her just standing around and obvious diarrhea. Not feeling good at all. She will eat for me. I gave her some wheat bread soaked in buttermilk with 1/2 tsp epsom salts on it. Also, gave her a piece of bread soaked in Bird Biotic. Moved her to a cage with her food and water with vinegar in it. Anything else I should do for her? The Bumblefoot is closed and healed over, still a big bump on it though. Left her bandages off for now. She still has a nice red comb, but stands around with her eyes closed. So you know she isn't feeling well. Please help with any suggestions, I am going to feel so bad if I lose this girl. This was the little boy's chicken in the family. It has been raining and humid on and off for days now. Thanks so much, Sandy P.S. I used to use the Neosporin for Bumblefoot, but the Vetericyn is much better. For some reason, lots of my girls come down with Bumblefoot. Not sure if it is the area or what. I have a wonderful run and house for them. Not sure what in the world is causing it. Sandyk's Chicken Coop https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/591896/coop-porch-addition-pic

I should have thought of Vetricyn! I use it all the time for my horse but didnt know you could use it on chickens too. Sorry about your new girl, I hope she gets to feeling better.