Old Rooster Sudden Stiff Legs

[FalseToast]

He hopped off their roost today and it seems his legs are stiff and he cannot walk. This is his 6th year, I’m not sure what it could be.

I have him inside, with electrolytes and vitamins in his water. On a thick blanket. Might try soaking him in warm water.

Anything else I could do? I am in Canada so any antibiotics or medication is next to impossible to find…

 

[Eggcessive]

I would give him some time to recover. He may have injured himself or sprained something. He may have arthritis. Check his foot pads for any bumblefoot scabs. I would lower the roost to about 12-18 inches. They don’t need a high roost when they are big or older. Make sure there is soft bedding to land on.

 

[FalseToast]

I would give him some time to recover. He may have injured himself or sprained something. He may have arthritis. Check his foot pads for any bumblefoot scabs. I would lower the roost to about 12-18 inches. They don’t need a high roost when they are big or older. Make sure there is soft bedding to land on.

I will definitely let him be for a bit! I cannot lower the roost as it’s a fixed structure, until spring when or if we have any wood. But will keep that in mind! No bumblefoot as far as I can see either.