4 chicks killed, 1 in shock, 4 very anxious HELP

[torilovessmiles]

Really?
That's great! Wasn't sure about offering food after something like this.

Oh really praying for this wee bird.... My daughter is totally blaming herself. ESpecially as she was the one who found them.

I'll pray for your bird, too

And your daughter, poor sweetie. I'm sure she is a very strong little girl!
As long as she is willing to eat and drink, I would offer it to her. I'm not sure about chicken psychology, but in humans and many animals, eating causes a calm response, eliminating anxiety. That's why it helps to chew gum before a big event!

Her breathing keeps going really fast.... Slows for 3/4 mins then really fast for 30 seconds.

Irregular breathing happens sometimes with such large amounts of stress. If you're holding her, the key is to stay completely calm when she does it. Any social animal can sense changes in posture and body chemistry, which can affect how they react. By not panicking, you suggest to her that there is no danger.

 

[Scottish-Hen]

Yikes - blood in the poo of the wee one we have inside - suggestions?

 

[torilovessmiles]

Yikes - blood in the poo of the wee one we have inside - suggestions?

That is a yikes! That is either due to internal damage, or coccidiosis. Is it possible that there was any bloody poop before the incident? And how much is in the poop?

 

[Scottish-Hen]

No blood beforehand and I don't think cocci.

She's hugely better today.

Wish I could say the same for my daughter. She's having flashbacks and nightmares. Been in our bed every night since it happened poor baby

 

[tjo804]

Sorry for your troubles I am sending prayers for your daughter and your family. Tough situation.

 

[torilovessmiles]

No blood beforehand and I don't think cocci.

She's hugely better today.

Wish I could say the same for my daughter. She's having flashbacks and nightmares. Been in our bed every night since it happened poor baby

Oh, Bless her little heart...
Here's a good article on helping kids get through grief, particularly of pets. It may help

http://rainbowsbridge.com/grief_support_center/Grief_Support/Chrildren_and_petloss.htm

Having seen it happen makes it really hard on her, but she will heal emotionally and maybe even learn from it. Lots of hugs, reassurance, and maybe a cool new nightlight might help her with the nightmares!
And of course lots of prayers from the chicken people on the internet

 

[Scottish-Hen]

Thanks guys. Just to say our wee shocked chick is totally fine! Bounced right back

 

[tjo804]

yea