How to Help a Chicken Injured After Bullying

[ClutchCrafter]

Definitely separate her immediately to prevent further injury. Clean the wound with saline solution and apply an antibacterial spray like Vetericyn. Keep her in a quiet, safe space until she heals.

[FeatheredTrailblazer]

Monitor her closely after reintroduction. If the bullying continues, you may need to permanently separate her or consider rehoming her to a calmer flock.

[DustyTalons]

Check for underlying causes of bullying, like overcrowding or a lack of resources. Adding extra feeders, waterers, and nesting boxes can help reduce tension in the flock.

[BeakyBandit]

If bullying persists, you might need to isolate the main aggressor for a few days. Sometimes removing the ringleader can reset the flock's pecking order.

[ChirpyScribe]

Bullying can escalate quickly. While she's healing, consider adding more enrichment (like perches or treats) to the coop to reduce boredom and aggression in the flock.