Zen Hen Momma
In the Brooder
- Feb 2, 2021
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I discovered this hen (just over a year old) had a prolapsed vent this morning. Prior to this she’s had recurring poopy butt feathers I’ve been managing with no idea the cause. She lays consistently and eats/drinks/acts normal. Eggs are always clean. They don’t free range except 15 minutes a day while I clean and they are on 16% layer pellets and limited treats. So back to the vent...I cleaned it off and gently expressed some fecal matter I could see was stuck, then gently put the vent back in. She seems ok now. I have her crated in the garage with food and water. She’s pooped a few times and so far, so good. How do I know when she’s ok to go back to the coop? I know I need to reintegrate her. I read that when this happens they are prone to recurrent prolapse. Anyone have comments on this? My first experience with it so need whatever advice I can get! Pics are before and after.
