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The thing to do, if you think something went down the wrong way giving something orally, would be to turn them upside down, let them relax, then gently swing them around in a circle around your body a time or two. Not guaranteed, but could work. It works sometimes in dogs/cats.

That's a pretty good trick! I agree--the key is to GO SLOW and be sure they've swallowed. :)

@welasharon The withdrawal time for oral clindamycin should probably be considered the same as for injectable. It is a short-acting antibiotic that has to be given 1-2 times daily (depending on the species, method (oral/injection), and dosage).

I am not sure that clindamycin is technically approved for use in poultry (it probably isn't), but when you are talking about a bird with pet features (as the original poster described) that you want to save and make well, not a bird whose eggs or meat are for commercial sale, then "unapproved"...

Some probiotics would help with the diarrhea. Are you certain the current swelling is not pus? I have not checked to see whether clindamycin can be used in poultry, but in dogs, cats and humans. It is superior for penetrating to clear the bacterial infection. The infection may be resistant to...

Are you keeping the foot padded with gauze and covered with Vetwrap except when doing treatments and bandage changes? Have you tried to eliminate the possible causes, such as wire or metal flooring? It can take a long time to heal, but it sounds like you aren't making much progress.