Has anyone administered meloxicam to a hen? I have a girl with a joint that appears swollen, she holds her left leg up, her foot and toes are fine. I’ve heard Meloxicam can be used for chickens, was thinking of crushing up a very small amount and mix with water for a drench. Thoughts or suggestions? Thank you
Yes, Meloxicam can be given to chickens. If you do an onsite search, you'll run across quite a few threads.
Medication may help with a swollen joint, but it's always a good idea to figure out the cause, whether it's injury, infection, etc. Sometimes, limiting the bird's activity can also help promote healing.
