(Not sure where to ask) is his comb too big?

[z3lda3]

You mean intentionally cutting off their comb?! That sounds horrible.

Yes! It talked about how bad it will bleed but should be fine blah blah blah. I thought it was horrible too! I google too much.

 

[z3lda3]

I've never heard about it in chickens but I would not do it at all. Combs are important for temperature regulation. They can lose some of their combs due to frostbite which is unfortunate and not fun for them. Sometimes it is just too big that despite your efforts they get frostbite. That's why breeds with smaller combs are more favourable in places with cold winters as it lowers the risk of frostbite.

Don’t google it! It’s terrible. And I would never… I think I searched something like “can a roosters comb get too big” and..well the internet.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

I was reading about-I think-it was called docking. I’m guessing like a dogs ears or tail, just cutting it down? Is that the same thing?
It seems so painful. And don’t they need the comb for temperature regulation or something?
I’ve just never had a boy with a comb SO big! Maybe his head will grow to catch up with it lol.
Just so you know FYI you were 100% right about leghorns. He’s one of my favorite roosters!!

It's called Dubbing.
Dubbing is trimming the comb, wattles and/or earlobes. Certain breeds that are shown, to meet the SOP in shows are dubbed to meet the guidelines. For example: Gamefowl, Old English, etc.

I would not Dub your rooster unless the comb is causing a serious health issue. A few have Dubbed their Leghorns when the comb folded over and was very heavy, began to cover the eye causing eye infection, interfering with breathing (nostril), etc. So basically, the only reason to Dub would be for show or a medical reason. Neither of which you have.

And yes, a large comb like that is more prone to frostbite, it happens even with good ventilation and wind protection. Frostbitten tips and often the comb will eventually die/dry up and fall of on their own. (Self-Dub).

 

[z3lda3]

It's called Dubbing.
Dubbing is trimming the comb, wattles and/or earlobes. Certain breeds that are shown, to meet the SOP in shows are dubbed to meet the guidelines. For example: Gamefowl, Old English, etc.

I would not Dub your rooster unless the comb is causing a serious health issue. A few have Dubbed their Leghorns when the comb folded over and was very heavy, began to cover the eye causing eye infection, interfering with breathing (nostril), etc. So basically, the only reason to Dub would be for show or a medical reason. Neither of which you have.

And yes, a large comb like that is more prone to frostbite, it happens even with good ventilation and wind protection. Frostbitten tips and often the comb will eventually die/dry up and fall of on their own. (Self-Dub).

Oh absolutely. I would never just decide welp guess I’ll cut his comb off. If it actually caused I don’t know spine problems or like you mentioned vision problems, then I’m hoping my vet could guide me through the process.
He fought off a hawk and one of his wattles was injured. It bled sooo much! And it really wasn't that bad of a cut. I couldn’t imagine just slicing a comb off..not to mention the pain. No none of my chickens are show chickens, just regular beautiful backyard crazy birds.