?Broken wing

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Blarney

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?Broken wing
« on: May 22, 2011, 10:39 »
Any advice on dealing with a broken wing?
I've had ex bats for a few months. One of my girls appeared to be fit & strong but looked like she had a wonky wing. It didn't bother her, she was feisty and strong.

Over the couple of weeks she's been very quiet, dozy and is sitting with her wonky wing looking even wonkier.  When I touch her she cries out.   Then every so often she'll get up and run around with the others and looks fine! She's eating but is incredibly thin.

Any advice? Do I bandage up her wing or just leave her as she's a 3yr old ex bat who may just be ready to go?
Claire x

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orchardlady

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Re: ?Broken wing
« Reply #1 on: May 22, 2011, 10:44 »
This is probably a decision only you can make. Try to make a list of the pro's and cons. eg. does she have quality of life, is she in pain, etc. You will them be able to make a rational decision. If you do cull her then you can be sure you gave her the best chance and a happy retirement.

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Carla

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Re: ?Broken wing
« Reply #2 on: May 22, 2011, 18:30 »
Your best bet is to phone the BHWT help line...01362 822904 they are incredibly helpful. I phone them if I have ANY queries over my ex-batts, and as the lady there said, rather you pester them with questions than keeping quiet and your girls suffering. Give them a ring, they'll tell you the best course of action to take xx
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Aunt Sally

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Re: ?Broken wing
« Reply #3 on: May 22, 2011, 18:35 »
Broken bones are very painful -even for hens :(



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