Rooster's severely infected shanks! What should I do?

[tiki244]

The vet could probably just give antibiotics and it wont cost too much. Just do the bumble treatment on him. Soak leg/foot in water with epsom salts(20 min) and clean leg/foot once or twice a day. Put antibiotic ointment on it and wrap it with vet wap. (editted out cant prescribe medication as I am not a doctor)

Keep washing and soaking and wrapping.

 

[consciousvoice63]

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I have seen his legs and have thought if it was scaly leg mites, but I didn't know what to diagnose for. I was oblivious to his condition. I am going to do that today when I get back from school at 2 in the afternoon.
Thanks you.

 

[consciousvoice63]

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I'm sorry! I haven't written on the forum because my internet router was reinstalled into another place.
I'll definitely be on today in the afternoon.

 

[stoopid]

Hi, I sent you a PM, there are a few VERY KIND people that will help on the vet bill....please contact me. Roberta

 

[NewToFarming]

Hey Roberta! I forgot to add that you are not Stoopid for helping others but you are a kind, generous person and I am sure a wonderful friend!!!!

 

[consciousvoice63]

Write to back to you guys later. Thanks for your advice and support!

 

[Phage]

Here is the link to a GREAT bumblefoot "how-to-treat" page.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=236649

I think you could attempt to do this yourself. You just need to get the hard core out as it describes.

If you end up having the vet do it ask if you can watch (and prferably take pics to educate the rest of us!

 

[stoopid]

I still don't know kids name, he PM'ed me back. Asked parents for help, has to wait 'til after Friday, but rooster is going to the vet on Saturday!! I told him if the bill gets out of hand, we are still willing to help him. He is grateful, and will keep us informed.
Thanks to all!, Roberta

 

[consciousvoice63]

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As of right now, I'm waiting for my parents to determine if there is money for this week. I'm still looking forward to taking him this Saturday as soon as I have the money available.
I will be posting more pictures of Denice's feet and body once my camera is charged, so I will be back on shortly.

Here is a picture of Denice and his girlfriend Sequoia from last winter.

 

[stoopid]

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Lisa, is there a way you two can get together and discuss which vet/office/whomever he needs to see to get the rooster looked at at a fair price?
Thanks, Roberta