How to treat the potentially deadly bumblefoot yourself - Falconry Advice

Ulcerative pododermatitis, known commonly as 'bumble foot' is a common infection found in all birds all around the world - including with birds of prey in captivity. If you are considering keeping an owl, hawk, falcon or any other raptor, it is essential that you understand what bumble foot is, how to avoid it and what to do if you discover your bird has it. Here, Ryan explains what the three stages of bumble foot are and how to treat Stage 1 at home, avoiding the hassle and cost of using a specialist vet (if possible - never take any chances).

[@jujucattys156]

Rescued a wild peregrine was full off it literally golf ball size both feet I drained cleaned it gave inflammatory antibiotics from vet and I all so pasted clean daily with f10 he come good was aboul be released

[@owladventuresuk]

That’s amazing, well done

[@davemyers7507]

Cool 😎 F 10 did it for me thanks for the tip 🎉