Prolapse Vent

[bootherooster]

Hello my 1½ bantam hen has a prolapsed vent. I can get the vent in, however when she poops it goes out. Any treatment options out there? Thank you

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Do you have photos?

Does she have an egg on the way?

I would start giving her extra Calcium asap, this can help with retention. In a crisis, Calcium Citrate with D3 can be given. 1 tablet Daily, just pop the tablet into the beak and let her swallow.

Sometimes there's an egg on the way or the tissue is swollen and won't stay in when a hen pushes out fecal matter (or an egg). Time will help reduce swelling, but it's important that any time tissue is exposed to keep it moist with an ointment, oil, honey or cream.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...ng-from-vent-prolapse-oh-my-what-to-do.76124/

 

[bootherooster]

Would this calcium be good? She's quite small probably around a pound so how much of the tablet should I give her? Like 1/2 or 1/3 daily. Thank you

 

[Eggcessive]

Would this calcium be good? She's quite small probably around a pound so how much of the tablet should I give her? Like 1/2 or 1/3 daily. Thank you

That is excellent. If 2 tablets equals a serving, and it is, just give 1 tablet orally for your bantam.

 

[bootherooster]

Okay perfect, thank you so much!