Apr 4, 2009 · It depends on how much time you are willing to put into it, and how deformed the leg. If it can not run, then obviously it can make do with a smaller pen. I would give them the same size pen as you would any large animal like a horse or pony.

Apr 19, 2013 · She grew up with baby chicks in a box and always kind of hobbled around as space was quite tight. Recently I moved her with the chickens outside into the coop where she has a lot of room and seemed to be doing great. She still had slightly crooked legs and walked a little funny for an emu her age.

Splayed leg, sometimes known as spraddle leg is the most common issue with emu, especially the young, and is one of the simplest things that can be avoided. Choose babies from good unrelated parents. When babies hatch, give them vitamin B.

Mar 11, 2010 · Ratite Maintenance is what the feed stores generally sell for emu's ostriches, etc. but it's not near as good as dog food. Once their legs turn out like that, it's usually impossible to fix, but can be stopped from getting any worse.

Emus and ostriches have the most obvious similarities with their long legs and necks. They're also both very fast runners. Emus can run up to 31 mph (50 kph). But there are some differences – their toes, for example. Emus have three toes. The ostrich is the only bird with just two toes.

If your chicks develop splayed legs, we advise prompt treatment. Crooked legs can be a result of the flooring, genetics or imbalances of protein and minerals (either too much or too little of these various nutrients).

Oct 17, 2020 · The Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) is a large Australian bird. It cannot fly. It is a ratite, a bird with a flat chest-bone. Ratites include the ostrich, kiwi, and cassowary. The Emu has two long featherless legs with scales. It has three forward-facing toes that have cushioned pads and sharp claws (toe-nails). Emu The Emu is the only…

She should have soft bedding like straw or hay to help cushion her when she lies down and take pressure off the injured leg. You will also need to monitor her closely, as changes like increased pain, loss of appetite, or difficulty moving could signal a need for urgent care.

Oct 19, 2021 · How are they doing now? i have a splay leg emu chick, 2 weeks old. looking for hope it can be fixed. Click to expand... Thank you. Tbh i think it's too far gone, sometimes the leg ends up with the foot almost facing backwards when he stands and pivots on it. I think i have to face the inevitable.

Sep 20, 2022 · Emu’s leg and neck are pretty long in size with the approximate length of their leg being 1 to 1.3 meters. And the weight of both legs is approximately between 10-20 pounds. Their foot comprises claws and toes of a length of 15cm (6 inches).