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I have a small bantam pullet who is eggbound.. I've ...
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I have a small bantam pullet who is eggbound.. I've tried to manipulate the egg... I probed her with mineral oil, I think there is a membrane between my finger and the egg.. where do I go from here.. I have felt this egg inside her for at least a couple weeks.. she's bright /eating and not in stress in anyway. I cannot "see" the egg at all when I push it towards her vent. Any suggestions?

 

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Age: <1; Female; Breed: serama bantam

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manual manipulation

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April 1 1:04 PM (17 minutes and 21 seconds later)
         
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Hello........

You must rub the stomach area, going with the feathers, going in one direction only, towards the vent gently but firm pressure. Like you would do with a baby that has gas, this can take a while.......Tonya



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April 1 2:53 PM (1 hour and 48 minutes and 52 seconds later)
         
Reply to Tonya's Post: I would accept your reply because I agreed to the terms.. but, basically your answer is what I've already been doing with NO results.. I needed a good EXPERT answer... this was NOT it..
Thanks for your time nonetheless.
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April 1 2:56 PM (3 minutes and 15 seconds later)
         
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Hello......

There are very few options as to what to do other then taking the animal to a vet.

In most case's this can kill the bird and I am sure that is not what you are looking for to happen.

There is the option on rupturing the egg but it is not recommended to be done without a vet.......Tonya



Remember to find the blessing in all that you have.....If you have other questions please use the reply if you are satisfied please click the GREEN accept button...feedback is greatly appreciated... Good luck Tonya
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