Pullet Attacked by Dog - not using right foot

[PREPPYGURL46]

 

[PREPPYGURL46]

Also, she seems to be losing a lot of feathers still.

 

[mchickies]

Hey, that's awesome! Unless she looks like she'll seriously hurt herself, I'd let her move around as she likes. I see what you meant now by her foot being to one side...that is a strange position. But, if she's moving around, her foot might be ok .

Also, if she's been losing feathers since the dog grabbed her, that's normal. Chickens have a safety mechanism so that, when attacked, their feathers will become loosened on their body. That way, the predator gets a mouth-full of feathers and not them.

 

[Eggcessive]

So glad that she is moving around. You will be the best to judge if you should let her do what she feels like or try the sling chair. If a fracture or sprain is present, those can take several weeks to heal. She may want to spend time with some friends, and a wire dog crate with food and water is a safe way. Chickens sometimes will suddenly go into a molt, losing feathers, after a sudden stress. My hen did after being roughed up and chased by a neighbor’s dog. Let us know how she progresses and good luck.