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Frozen Feet

melissa77
14 years ago

I am a new mom to chickens. I live in Upstate NY and have 12 free range chickens. It has been cold here, in the 20's, with teen winds. The chickens have mainly been staying in the barn where there is a wood boiler. Well the other day one of my Rhode Islands got out and wedged herself between the barn and the outside coop we use in the warmer weather. I am not sure how long she was out there for but when I picked her up her feet were cold and hard. No discoloration or anything. I brought her into our heated garage in a box with hay/straw food and water. She has the warmth back to her feet but still isn't walking. She can lift herself up a little bit but thats about it. I felt her legs and she is putting pressure on her legs and I don't feel anything broke. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can help her? Or what I should be doing? thanks!

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