Swollen foot

[Mazy1561]

I have a 2 year old Rhode Island and she has swollen feet. She is free range and doesn’t want to go outside. I soaked her feet in warm water and ebsome salt. Don’t think it’s bumble foot. Any ideas?

 

[Eggcessive]

It looks like scaly leg mites, but swelling could also indicate possible gout. Soak the legs and use a toothbrush to gently loosen any scales, then apply a coating of oil once or twice a week. Castor, mineral, vegetable oils are good, and some use vaseline.

 

[Eggcessive]

Here is some info on articular gout in chickens:
https://www.thepoultrysite.com/articles/gout-management-in-poultry

Here is some reading about scaly leg mites:
https://the-chicken-chick.com/scaly-leg-mites-in-chickens/