Sick silky roo

[Eggcessive]

If you can bring him inside where it is warm until her dries, I would try to do a shallow warm soak in Epsom salts or Dawn and water. Gently wash the feet off, so we can see a better picture of nis feet. Being a silkie, it can be hard to see the skin well because of feathers and gray skin. There may be scaly leg mites, dirty feet, or still could be some frostbite.

 

[Fcarter]

If you can bring him inside where it is warm until her dries, I would try to do a shallow warm soak in Epsom salts or Dawn and water. Gently wash the feet off, so we can see a better picture of nis feet. Being a silkie, it can be hard to see the skin well because of feathers and gray skin. There may be scaly leg mites, dirty feet, or still could be some frostbite.

Did not have any of the suggested washing options so I soaked his feet in warm water and rubbed lightly. Attached are pics of his cleaner feet. I did notice that when I lifted his foot to dry it, he grabbed my finger tightly which he hasn't done before. After checking his legs again I noticed that his 'knees' seemed tender. Could it be his knees and not his feet? Now what?

 

[Eggcessive]

I would apply some vaseline or other oil to his legs and rub it under the scales to treat some scaly leg mites. Leg mites are evidenced by lifted scales. I would watch the color in his feet and toes because there might be some frostbite in one toe in the first picture (where it is darker.) I would feel up the legs under the feathers for any swelling or tenderness.

 

[Fcarter]

I would apply some vaseline or other oil to his legs and rub it under the scales to treat some scaly leg mites. Leg mites are evidenced by lifted scales. I would watch the color in his feet and toes because there might be some frostbite in one toe in the first picture (where it is darker.) I would feel up the legs under the feathers for any swelling or tenderness.

I coated his legs and feet with Vaseline. I did not feel / see anything abnormal when I inspected his legs. Is it possible for him to have arthritis and if so how would I know?

 

[Eggcessive]

He seems young for arthritis, but it might cause swelling of the joints. I think his sore legs might be from the cold and the leg mites. Repeat the vaseline at least twice a week. Let us know, and take a picture if his feet or toes turn black.

 

[Fcarter]

He seems young for arthritis, but it might cause swelling of the joints. I think his sore legs might be from the cold and the leg mites. Repeat the vaseline at least twice a week. Let us know, and take a picture if his feet or toes turn black.

Thanks. He is still in the garage getting spoiled. Will keep a close watch on him and send pics.

 

[Fcarter]

Rocoe is still not standing up yet. He is curling his toes whereas he could not before. I have put vaseline on his feet twice since Monday (today being Friday). Attached are pics of his feet today. I can't understand why he cannot stand yet. Any suggestions? Thanks

 

[Fcarter]

I am getting very discouraged and worried about roscoe. I have applied vaseline to his feet/legs 3 times in the past week. I have been giving him vitamin b for a few days. I have not seen any improvement at all with him. Is it time to let him go? What else can I try to help him? Please and thank you

 

[Fcarter]

Roscoe died.

 

[Eggcessive]

I am so sorry for your loss of Roscoe. I had hoped that the vitamins and oil on his feet would help. Was he getting around well enough to get food and water?