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She normally does lay eggs and she’s around 5 years old. I believe her crop does empty and her lower belly is extremely enlarged with a loss of feathers. I’m leaning towards vent gleet. On top of that she poops liquid that is white/green. I’m so lost on what to do now. I’ve been giving her baths...

Soft-shelled eggs can indeed be caused by various factors including nutritional deficiencies, stress, or physical issues. Since you've already addressed nutrition and ruled out EDS, it's possible there could be an underlying reproductive issue or hormonal imbalance.

My hen has been sick for the last few days. I have been really concerned and been looking for answers to these problems. She will always be sitting with her feathers fluffed up. The first day she would rarely open her eyes. I thought she was eggbound so I gave her a soak with warm water and...

She’s currently sleeping with her head burrowed inside herself. She has not slept like this before and she is inside the house. There’s no reason for her to feel cold. What does this mean?

The lump could be due to a variety of causes, including but not limited to: Crop impaction: Food or foreign objects can become stuck in the crop, leading to a hard lump. Tumors or growths: Benign or malignant growths in the esophagus can cause lumps. Inflammation or infection: Infections or...

If she's been in the same spot for about 15 hours and is showing signs of strain, it might be best to give her an Epsom salt bath sooner rather than later. Waiting another couple of hours could be okay, but if she's still showing signs of distress, it's better not to delay.

Her liquid droppings are white with green chunks. Thank you for all the information, I will continue to keep y’all updated. My worst fear is her being eggbound and not being able to get it out. I heard there’s a time frame of 24-48 hours. Is that true? Also, should I do another epsom salt soak?

Hi, thank you so much for the reply. I will attach some pictures. - Her tail is positioned down - She ate some of her feed this morning and drank some water on her own - She normally does lay eggs and I have not seen any unusual or soft eggs - I have not noticed any lice or mites - Her...

It sounds like the fox is persistently trying to find a way to access your chickens. While it's possible that it may eventually give up, it's also possible that it will continue trying. Have you considered reinforcing the coop further to make it even more secure? Additionally, you could try...

Thank you so much!

Sour crop or crop issues could indeed be a possibility, especially considering the symptoms you described. Checking her crop in the morning is a good idea to assess for any abnormalities or blockages. Keep monitoring her closely, to see if you notice any changes or worsening symptoms. Best of...

It sounds like you've been doing a lot to try to help Pepper. The symptoms you described could be indicative of various issues, including a digestive problem, a respiratory infection, or even an underlying health issue. Since you've already started treatment with Corid for possible coccidiosis...

It's possible that the chick is exhibiting a behavior known as "head shaking" or "head bobbing," which can sometimes occur in response to discomfort or irritation in the crop or upper digestive tract. Chickens may perform this motion to try to dislodge something stuck in their throat or crop...

A split or malformed beak in chickens can occur due to various reasons, including genetic factors, nutritional deficiencies, or injuries during development. Since you're unsure of how it happened and it appears to be growing that way, it's possible that it's a congenital issue or a result of...

Caring for a blind chick requires some adjustments to ensure its safety and well-being. Here are some tips: Provide a Safe and Enclosed Environment: Set up a small, enclosed area where the chick can move around safely without the risk of further injury. Make sure there are no sharp objects or...