jenleighden
In the Brooder
- May 19, 2016
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Hi! I am new to raising chickens and have an 8wk old light brahma. Noticed yesterday that her crop was very full (compared to my other (3) 8 wk old pullets). This morning it was down to normal size, but within an hour it was huge again! I looked throughout the forums for more info on crop issues, but couldnt find anything like my situation. Like I said, chickens are very new to me and I wanted to see if any one has any helpful info or advice on detecting an impacted crop. My pullets did eat grass the other day, so am concerned it may be impacted.
I massaged her crop (it was firm, but pliable) this morning when I noticed it enlarged again and it went down within minutes! If it is impacted would it go down that fast?? she is pooping and energetic. I may be over thinking it, but better safe than sorry, I really love my little ladys and everyday is a new lesson for me
I really appreciate any info.
I massaged her crop (it was firm, but pliable) this morning when I noticed it enlarged again and it went down within minutes! If it is impacted would it go down that fast?? she is pooping and energetic. I may be over thinking it, but better safe than sorry, I really love my little ladys and everyday is a new lesson for me
I really appreciate any info.
