07/30/2026
Today I had the honor of bringing home a boy who needed some bumblefoot care. Their owner is working their tail off at their 3 jobs so I offered to help this baby out! Its been a wet season and it happens!
He has severe bumblefoot that will take time, antibiotics, and pain management for several weeks. Today we had our first tootsie bath, we got some of the pressure relieved from the sores, and packed it good with PRID.
About bumblefoot:
Bumblefoot (ulcerative pododermatitis) is a bacterial foot infection common in birds and small mammals, typically caused by Staphylococcus bacteria entering skin abrasions or pressure sores on the foot pad. Characterized by swelling, pain, and a signature dark, hard scab, it can lead to severe lameness or deep tissue damage if left untreated. Management ranges from gentle antiseptic soaks and bandaging for mild cases to surgical debridement and targeted antibiotics for severe infections.
Neighbors, please call us if you ever need some help with your chickens bumblefoot, it is curable in most cases and while I am not a vet, I am just a farmer who is wanting to help other farmers. ❤️
If you want to contribute towards his care, please refer to our page bio which has our contribution information.❤️