Pullet beak injury

[aliciaFarmer]

If you can, more photos might be helpful. Most beak injuries I've had, I leave them alone. If it's just the top part that's peeled up, there's a quick underneath, that will be extremely tender if exposed. That outer layer will eventually fall off - but again, it's hard to know without seeing the other side.

You don't have to let feed ferment to offer it as a mash - just soak a little feed in warm water for about 1/2 hr and serve - you may need to make it soupier or thicker depending on what she prefers.

How old is the cockerel? I do agree, likely he needs to be culled. If very young, he may grow out of some of that behavior, but if you have others you can pick from, then yes - process him and enjoy.

This sweet lady was one of three I was selling to a local woman who I thought for sure wouldn't want her after this and surprisingly, she still wants her. I would never sell an injured bird so offered to give her to her with the option of bringing her back if it's too much for her to deal with. I had cleaned the area and it was detached a bit on the right side with a tiny crack on top and just one drop of blood. The lady and I thought taping or bandaging it would be best so I'll let her know that's best.

The cockerel is 6 months old and went for her face twice in two days and one other girl's right after. I have 5 boys (two over a year old, him and two babies) so he definitely needs to be culled. I haven't had to do that yet but having only 3 coops, at least 2 boys need to go to freezer camp.

 

[aliciaFarmer]

I've dealt with this. Please read post #3 in this link, second and third paragraph:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/broken-beak.1320506/#post-21528746

Thank you so much!

 

[MysteryChicken]

That's a great idea, thank you! I did wash it and although it looked bad, it didn't seem to bother her (I was super gentle).

You're welcome.