My dove was shot in the crop. What emergency care does he need?

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a dove was shot thru and thru with a pellet at the crop area of the body I gave him stitches with a disinfected needle and gave him topical antibiotics changed the bandages since it happened what else should I do? Pet's info: Bird | Domestic Fowl | Male | unneutered

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Bacon. Systemic antibiotics could be helpful. Keep the wound clean. Offer small amounts of food and water, at frequent intervals as to not over-extend the crop. Good luck.

My dove was shot in the crop. What emergency care does he need?

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