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I know this is an old post, however I crushed a benadryl mixed it with very little water and a very little yogurt and put it in a syringe and gave her little at a time. Once she took it all she became very relaxed held her and she basically went right to sleep. She did do the the normal flapping...

How long are chicks to be on medicated starter feed? Then what are they to go? Thanks

How long should they be on medicated starter, then what do they go on?

Thank you! I spoke with the vet and they said they didn't think Merecks since her poops were completely normal. I gave them all the info I posted here, and the vet feels it could have been a hereditary issue. All the others seem to be doing great. I'm keeping a very watchful eye on these babies...

Thank you! Since I "rescued" them I have no idea how old they are. She liiks full grown to me but not laying yet.

Thank you! I was told they were vac but I'm new to this so not sure if it that is a standard vac for Mereks? Her poops are completely normal, firm brownish green with white. Sorry for such detail but important. I have checked every nook on her for bugs or irritated skin, nothing there. I agree...

Also noticing that every now and then she opens her mouth and stretches her neck ad if she is trying to take a deep breath.

Okay I'm completely stumped. One of the baby chicks is not able to stand or walk. Keeps its leg and foot up. The foot is always closed. Thought is was close to death. Removed her from the coop and she drank some water,made up some oatmeal with yogurt and karo syrup. She ate a good amount and...

Do know at what age they start laying?

Thank you all so much for the info and welcoming! I love my chickens!

Here is another pic the fur on it's cheeks has me stumped!content://media/external/file/4004ks

Sorry, like I said I'm new to this. Can't seem to figure out how to start a new thread. Can you help? Thanks again and sorry.

Here is another pic, in case you see it has black legs and feet