Hi all - one of my older ladies is down with what I presume is coccidia - back end soiled with droppings, not foraging like everyone else, head tucked, dark liquidy stools (not bloody yet but I'm sure that's coming). I'm very familiar with it in dogs and cats, but this is my first go-round in poultry and I was unable to find any meds at my local farm store yesterday evening. I will order medication today online, but what should I do in the mean time? Electrolytes, special feed, etc? Also, which medication(s) do you prefer?
Thanks for any help!
--Amy
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