I just read through this post which was very helpful. I have been dealing with pasty butt in my silkie chick now for several weeks. My original post is here:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=578939
We have done 2-3 daily warm compresses, warm baths, yogurt...
Thank you all for the quick recommendations. You wouldn't know it, but I am actually a vet tech. I am just more familiar with dog and cat issues than birds.
I will definitely go get some molasses and try that.
I will let you all know how she is doing tomorrow.
Your advice is greatly appreciated!
Hello,
I recently (4 days ago) got 5 babies, 3 silkies and 2 sizzles. They are approximately 4 1/2-5 1/2 weeks old. One of the silkies is having a problem defecating.
After I got her, it appeared she had pasty butt. I did warm compresses to keep the vent area clean and dry. Yesterday, when...
Hello All,
My name is Sarah Do and I am new to the forums. I have owned chickens previously, mainly RIR and aracaunas. I have 5, 4-5 week old chicks (2 silkies, 1 frizzled silkie, and 2 sizzles). They are too cute and definitely my favorite chicks thus far.
We are hoping for all girls, since...