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    Chick tailbone exposed

    Thanks for the advice, Erica. As we watched her, we noticed she wasn't able to sit down at all, so sleeping was difficult for her. No other signs of rats, but that's a good thought - I'll be on the lookout. We decided to cull her this afternoon, and the other chicks seem to be ok so far. Our...
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    Chick tailbone exposed

    That's what I was afraid of. Poor little thing. I think we'll probably get it done sooner than later. I appreciate the input - thanks!
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    Chick tailbone exposed

    We have 4 little chicks about 5 days old. One of our Buff Orpington's tailbone is exposed. At first I thought her vent was just plugged, but she is definitely missing feathers, and the exposure looks and feels like bone. I haven't noticed her or the other chicks pecking at her behind, so I'm...
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