My chicken has frostbite and is limping. What should I do next?

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I believe my chicken has frostbite, I saw her limping today. I soaked it in warm water with a tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide for 15 minutes. I put Neosporin on it and covered it with a sock so she doesn't pick at it. Is there anything else I should be doing? Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | unspayed | 1lb

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. If you can keep her indoors, that would be best. You could also start her on an antibiotic made for poultry available at your feed coop. Other than that, make sure she eats & drinks, & if the foot gets worse or does not seem to be healing, please consider having her seen by your veterinarian. This can cause your hen quite a bit of pain & she may need medication to help. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My chicken has frostbite and is limping. What should I do next?

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