Isolation time
Posted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 10:53 am
We have had a recovering hen (BSL) in a box, in the house since about Dec 27th. She has never tried to jump and fly out, yet when it is uncovered.
She had an ID bracelet that poked into her ankle and got infected.
The infection seems to have subsided. Last liquid that came out was a spot of blood, about 2-3 days ago, which I believe is a good sign.
She still favours that foot, and today we did not bandage it. We still bathe it in Epsom salts with a squirt of mild soap.
We let her wander in the kitchen (it's ceramic tile) for exercise, not that she walks around much, but is alert and gradually walking more.
We think a tendon or ligament was harmed.
When ready.... To acclimatize her to the outdoors, we will most likely move the box into the basement, then the garage, then put her with the rest of the flock.
Any feedback / input / recommendations based on others' experiences would be great. We're always learning!
She had an ID bracelet that poked into her ankle and got infected.
The infection seems to have subsided. Last liquid that came out was a spot of blood, about 2-3 days ago, which I believe is a good sign.
She still favours that foot, and today we did not bandage it. We still bathe it in Epsom salts with a squirt of mild soap.
We let her wander in the kitchen (it's ceramic tile) for exercise, not that she walks around much, but is alert and gradually walking more.
We think a tendon or ligament was harmed.
When ready.... To acclimatize her to the outdoors, we will most likely move the box into the basement, then the garage, then put her with the rest of the flock.
Any feedback / input / recommendations based on others' experiences would be great. We're always learning!
