Swollen foot

[BrianT]

I can't imagine this came up overnight but I just noticed it today. We spend time every day watching and checking but I didn't notice it in the last couple of days. Any ideas?

 

[nurse_turtle]

Oh no...the bumblefoot!

 

[dawg53]

Yep, it's bumblefoot and will require minor surgery. Here's an excellent link for you:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=236649

 

[dani0304]

Bumblefoot alert! Mager vet treatment/surgery will be needed!!!!!!