Egg binding in falcons
Other names: Egg bound
Symptoms
- Females in the egg season straining without laying
- Tail bobbing
- Lethargy
Diagnosis
Palpation and radiographs.
Treatment
Treatment is determined by the veterinarian after examination. Do not give any medicine without consultation.
Prevention
Balanced diet for laying females.
Season
Breeding season (winter-spring on farms)
Treatment and doses are decided by an avian vet after an exam; Zajel does not publish doses.