My rooster got attacked by a dog he’s alive but he’s hurt I need help he’s my baby and I want to try and help him

[Kaylee_hams34]

Can you see any cuts or breaks in the skin of his leg? Are there wounds or tooth marks on the skin? I would prop him on some rolled towels. Keeping him in a basket or wire dog crate inside would be best.

No his legs look fine but on his back and side near his legs are big holes from the dog the dog got ahold of my hen but she’s gone

 

[Eggcessive]

Eventually once he is out of shock, you should trim any feathers that are getting into the wound. Then take pictures of the wounds. Get some help if needed. While he is not able to stand or walk you will need to offer food and water near to him, or up to his beak. Do you think his leg is paralyzed? Is vet care available?

 

[Kaylee_hams34]

He can’t stand he’s trying to he can’t move one of his legs

Is there anyway I can get your number so you can walk me through this

 

[Eggcessive]

Is there anyway I can get your number so you can walk me through this

I will be offline for a couple of hours. Keep updating your thread as needed, and others will help. In the meantime, here is a good article on treating an injured chicken:
https://the-chicken-chick.com/how-to-care-for-injured-chicken-and/

 

[BigBlueHen53]

Don't panic. Chickens are very tough little critters and often survive some wounds that look horrible. Listen to @Eggcessive and do what she says, she is one of our best Educators. Many of us have had chickens attacked by dogs or other predators and they pulled through just fine with good care. You can do this!

 

[Chicken_Obsesser]

It's true, I had a chicken that got attacked by a dog and we didn't think she was going to make it. She's about 8 now, happy and healthy!

 

[Eggcessive]

You can take a turkey baster or large syringe to irrigate the wounds with saline if you need to clean them at first. Saline is made by mixing 2 tsp of salt with a quart/liter of water, and simmer it for 15 minutes to sterilize it. Or buy some at a pharmacy. I hope that he is resting tonight, and I will check in in the morning. Others may be online tonight for awhile.

 

[Eggcessive]

How is your rooster doing this morning? I hope that he survives. I will be tied up with a family member’s medical procedure this am, but just keep updating your thread, and we will all try to help.

 

[Kaylee_hams34]

Is there anyway I can get your number so you can walk me through this

You can take a turkey baster or large syringe to irrigate the wounds with saline if you need to clean them at first. Saline is made by mixing 2 tsp of salt with a quart/liter of water, and simmer it for 15 minutes to sterilize it. Or buy some at a pharmacy. I hope that he is resting tonight, and I will check in in the morning. Others may be online tonight for awhile.

He didn’t make it

 

[Kaylee_hams34]

How is your rooster doing this morning? I hope that he survives. I will be tied up with a family member’s medical procedure this am, but just keep updating your thread, and we will all try to help.

He didn’t make it