Limping Rooster

[Wilson22]

Do you notice any raised scales or crusts on his legs or feet? Scaly leg mites might also be a reason that he was marching. I saw that in my rooster who developed leg mites.

We’ve been looking for signs, but so far haven’t seen any changes in the physicality of his legs.

 

[Wilson22]

This is their current feed.

 

[Wilson22]

Again pictures of his legs while standing would be good, even if he has to be held up. We want to see his leg position while on the floor or ground.

 

[Wilson22]

No he was not vaccinated, but doesn’t appear to have Mareks - at least from what I’ve read. His feet are forward. I will attach a picture of the bottom of each foot. I will try to get other pictures as well.

Here are a couple videos...

 

[Wilson22]

Here are a couple videos...

 

[Eggcessive]

The videos are helpful in seeing that his right leg seems to have some numbness or an injury. He seems to be getting along well, foraging and getting around. It might be an injury but it could possibly be Mareks disease, hopefully not.

 

[Wilson22]

The videos are helpful in seeing that his right leg seems to have some numbness or an injury. He seems to be getting along well, foraging and getting around. It might be an injury but it could possibly be Mareks disease, hopefully not.

He gets around ok. He does seem to seclude himself when not foraging. I also noticed when videoing, that he seems to be losing his balance because he is moving his wings - almost like a human would put their arm out to gain balance. Maybe it’s my imagination.

 

[Eggcessive]

Using wings to help balance is common when having problems walking, and also in Mareks.