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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    I looked into some possibilities. While it cannot be cured, draining the pouch with a large gauge syringe can be done to relieve the pressure. Periodically draining will still be required but it could at least ease her discomfort. I’m going to give that a try next week.
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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    Oh no! This is sad news indeed. I had sensed the enlarged abdomen could be a harbinger but am glad I confirmed. Thank you very much for your time!
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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    Yes, it feels sort of like a water balloon.
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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    My guess is that she is maybe 7 pounds give or take. Definitely heavier than some of my other hens (Plymouth Rocks and an Easter Egger), given her size. He poop looks normal and her vent doesn't appear swollen or red. He abdomen is soft. It feels bloated.
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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    Thanks for your reply! Is there a way for me to confirm that is her issue? Is that something I can take her to a veterinarian to see? Is that something that can be fixed?
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    Black Copper Marans stopped laying in spring/summer

    Hello all, My BCM is no longer laying eggs and the circumstances seem strange to me, so I'm posting here to get any advice you may have. She is just over one year old and began laying her first eggs around Thanksgiving (November) last year. Since we had a mild winter in NYC (I live in...
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