Scaly mite or bumblefoot?

[bigboy18]

Hi,
My big rooster has had a swollen foot for ages, making him limp. Ive given him foot baths with epsolm salts, but it doesn't seem to be working. It is actually swollen the leg up to the knee. Ive attached pics. Please let me know of you think it is mites or bumblefoot. Thanks

 

[pennyJo1960]

Bumble foot no doubt there giving you a great article to read on it
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/bumblefoot-in-your-flock.65979/

 

[pennyJo1960]

This is another one how treat what you need
https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...th-surgery-graphic-pics.47705/#comment-504911

 

[bigboy18]

Thanks, forgot to mention the foot and leg is hot

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Can you take him to a vet?

I agree it looks like he has Bumblefoot. It's hard to tell about the scales, but it won't hurt to slather some oil on the scales after you have soaked his feet.

The whole leg being swollen like that, I would worry that infection has spread, so seeking vet care would be a good idea.

 

[bigboy18]

Bumble foot no doubt there giving you a great article to read on it
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/bumblefoot-in-your-flock.65979/

Thank you. Forgot to mention that the foot is hot too

 

[pennyJo1960]

Do you think you can get him to a vet or do you want to try and do it yourself it really is up to you

 

[pennyJo1960]

@bigboy18 soak it one more time tonight keep him quiet gives you the night to think about alright

 

[ChickNanny13]

2x Wyorp Rock ... It's Bumble Foot for sure but he needs immediate attention. You really should take him to a Vet, the leg is hot & swollen, it's infected.

 

[bigboy18]

Thx for the replies. I will ring the vets and see if I can get him in soon. I removed 2 small black scabs too.