[Wood]

I have a chicken that is walking like a penguin with its bottom dragging on the floor??


Could it be egg bound?? What can I do to help her?


Thanks
Stef

[HesterF]

Not had it yet but sounds like the descriptions of egg bound I've heard. I think I read that a little gentle heat can help? Bit like treating constipation in babies! Found this link:

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/how-to-treat-egg-binding-in-chickens.html

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[Wood]

Thanks for the link, I will try this afternoom the treatment recommended, fingers crossed.... But she is one of my oldest hens she's 3 now!! I'll give her lots of TLC 

[chrismahon]

TLC works when all else fails Wood. Could be an abdominal infection as well -if the poo is green you need Baytril antibiotic from the vet.