to help chicks immune system when they are young I suggest using a little bit of vinegar with "Mother's" in it. It is usually the brown vinegar. In addition, I was told to buy some "grit" and sprinkle on top of the food and the grit will help the chicks digestive track and stop the sticky butt...
It is hard to tell by the cone when they are young. It's like guessing if your water is hot or really hot. However, I would guess this is a female. Good luck, and I hope she grows well.
I think you did everything right, now only time will tell. The only other thing you could do to aid in recovery is put her in a small box with one chick in the same area close to the heat. Make sure they have water and food, but, make sure they cannot get wet again. One good way to prevent...
I think they will be alright. On the most part your chick will tell you what's going on if you take a step back and observe. If they are close normally mean they need more heat and just the opposite when they stay far apart. In addition, you have to teach them just like kids. Show them what...
I got one like that the other day, I will follow your thread to find out what others are saying. I think this happen to my chick when a family member placed the waterer in the brood and accidentally hurt the chick unknowingly.
I would consider taking all of the water out of your system to see if the humidity changes. If it still high at that time it may be time to buy a new thermostat.
I think you have a good system that works well for you and your birds. Therefore, keep using that system until your birds indicate that a change is needed.
Are you in the market for some chicks, 2 to 6 weeks old, will take 5 dollars each and will deliver the next business day anywhere in South Carolina for $30 and $50 on weekends. I currently have 100's of chicks:
Ameracanas
Barred Rocks
Buff Orphingtons
Road Island Reds
Cornish X
Black Sex Linked
I am a fan buying and selling...what are you in the market for today? I would like to know if you are selling and if so, what breeds? If you are buying I have Ameracanas, Buff Orphingtons, Road Island Reds, Cornish X. I will take 5.00 for each chick. Ages range from 2 to 6 weeks old. Will...
I would love to know your breeds: I would love to buy some eggs for hatching? Please let me know if this is possible? I will travel to your location. Thanks Johnny!
I have several buff orphingtons ranging from 2 weeks up to 6 weeks. I will take 5 dollars a chick and will deliver to your locations for 30.00 once I have received payment for the chicks. I will collect the 30.00 upon delivery. I also have Cornish x and Road Island Reds 2 weeks old. Barred...