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Bumblefoot box of shame
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Welcome to the Bumblefoot Box of Shame, where we shine a light on the quirks and challenges of chicken care! Today, we’re diving into the heartwarming yet comical saga of a one-year-old Brahma battling bumblefoot. After a thorough soak in Epsom salt, the pesky bumble was removed, and now she’s undergoing daily antiseptic treatment with fresh bandages. But it’s not just about healing; it’s also her twice-weekly bath of shame! As she splashes around, her feathered friends rally to her side, turning a moment of vulnerability into a cluck-tastic show of support. Join us as we navigate the ups and downs of chicken care, where humor meets heartfelt connection in our feathered family.
| | My one year old Brahma has a case of bumblefoot that I have been treating. i did a soak of epsom salt then removed the bumble and have been treating it with antiseptic and every day changing bandages. today is her twice weekly bath of shame in epsom salt and everybody comes to rescue her. [link] [comments] |
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