[cammi]

My 7 weeks old Aracana has a yucky eye, been googling (as ya do) and now worried it;s not just a yucky eye - r what do yo think?  On another post about eyes Neosporin ointment has been suggested.  Could I try salt water while i wait for it to arrive (if so what strength).  Or does she just need despatching?
Thanks in advance

Sorry I forgot pics
as you can see her other eye is fine and she is still eating

[Prod]

I have treated eyes worse than that (see post re Antiseptic cream in eye!!!)  Salt water is good either on a cotton pad or ear bud. Be very gentle and try to clear out any gunk. I have read that Neosporin is good for animal eyes (the USA sites swear by it)  but I have not used it yet.  If you have a friendly vet (like mine) they may provide you with an antibiotic injection without having to take her in (saves on small animal examination fee) if you explain it is a chicken etc.  Depends on your vet, I am lucky as ours is mainly agricultural.  I wouldn't rush to dispatch her just yet......

[Sassy]

Definitely use salt water - sorry not sure on the mix I do what I think. I would advise not making the solution too strong but that is not much help! You can use cotton buds or cotton wool to apply.

[joyfull]

a trip to the vets may be needed to see if she needs antibiotics.

[cammi]

Thanks folks.  Its alot bigger today started giving in a salt bath.  That ointment should arrive tomorrow.  Not sure how our vets is with chickens, never needed to go before.  Exeter vets in bourne - anyone any experience.

[ANHBUC]

There is a list of poultry friendly vets on HERE and another one HERE