New Owner: Can't bathe chicks but can I soak their feet?

[BellaChick11]

My chicks have some poop dried on their feet and it looks like it's making it uncomfortable for them to walk. Can I soak their feet to soften the poop and get it off without possibly killing them? I'm already trying to avoid this type of thing by having a wire bottom cage so their droppings aren't just sitting on the floor of their cage all day. Any advice on what to do?

 

[sassysarah]

Sure! Soaking their feet will be fine!

 

[BellaChick11]

Sure! Soaking their feet will be fine!

Ok great! I've read so much about how bathing them can adversely affect their health so thank you for clearing that up for me.

 

[drumstick diva]

wire footing can be hard to stand/walk on. Some folks have a spot with wood, etc. where they can get off the wire for a bit.

 

[Pork Pie]