plethora
In the Brooder
- Oct 8, 2015
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Hello,
Our 4 month old rooster has developed a limp over the last few days that is getting worse. As of today he can barely walk and holds his right leg up even while standing. There are no visible wounds on either the foot or the leg. The ankle area seems swollen relative to the left leg, but that's about it. The right leg/foot is also very warm to the touch.
We have him locked in the coop to try to keep him still, but I'm wondering if putting him on antibiotics would make sense. Would the warmth of the leg indicate an infection?
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Our 4 month old rooster has developed a limp over the last few days that is getting worse. As of today he can barely walk and holds his right leg up even while standing. There are no visible wounds on either the foot or the leg. The ankle area seems swollen relative to the left leg, but that's about it. The right leg/foot is also very warm to the touch.
We have him locked in the coop to try to keep him still, but I'm wondering if putting him on antibiotics would make sense. Would the warmth of the leg indicate an infection?
Any advice would be much appreciated.