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Old 05-13-2011, 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by SuzanneG
I work on a petting farm that has every conceivable farm animal, including chickens. It's possible she's broken her leg. The good news is, they often heal very well on their own. Splinting is sometimes an option, but not always. As long as the toes on that foot feel as warm as the toes on the good foot, you know she has circulation there and that's a very positive sign. If it starts to feel cooler than the other one, then a visit from the vet is in order.

Keeping her separated for a few days is a good idea. But her pen should be large enough to allow her to move around a bit, not confine her to the point of only being able to lie down.

Good luck and let us know how it goes.


Just checked her legs & toes. Both are warm & the same temperature. Felt from her hips to her toes, I don't feel anything out of place (sticking out?).
She's putting a little weight on it when she's limping and will stand on it if she is eating.

Her pen is large enough. About 4 ft x 5 ft. Nothing she can jump up to. Lots of soft hay.
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