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    Sick rooster

    UPDATE! He made it through the night, but in the morning he had a big seizure and unfortunately passed away. I’m still wondering if I should be concerned for my flock.
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    Sick rooster

    We do have other roosters, but he did not have any signs of injury, not even scabs on the comb. It is possible he ate something, they are free range, but we do not have a compost pile. We have plants, but we don’t have any new plants and all our chickens have been around said plants as they are...
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    Sick rooster

    Sorry, it won’t let me for some reason. But if you have questions let me know. He also has updated symptoms now.
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    Sick rooster

    I have an almost 4 month old rooster who seems to be very sick. I don’t think he will make it, but I’d like to know what people think could be wrong so I can prevent this from repeating. Clinical signs He is all fluffed up, barely moving, and was isolating himself from the flock original. He is...
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    Rooster respiratory. Help please

    Augmentin has amoxicillin in it, so that should work. That is if it is a respiratory infection, which it sounds like it could be. Also, her opening her mouth like she is trying to cough. Is it sort of like a gasp or short yawn? If so I’d check her poop for little red worms.
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    Thought my hen was dead, but she's barely holding on

    Just keep an eye on them. I’ve had birds drop dead for seemingly no reason a few times. Usually it has something to do with an internal issue that can’t hurt the flock.
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    Rooster respiratory. Help please

    They look healthy (besides the breathing) which is good. Because they are no gasping it isn’t likely a parasite or blockage. So, if you are going to do meds antibiotics could be a good route. We usually use Penicillin or Amoxicillin. We don’t have vet and you can’t get it over the counter. But...
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    Rooster respiratory. Help please

    Do you have any pictures of him and the hen? Also, the gurgling is when they breath, correct? Is their breathing heavy (like panting almost)? Are they gasping at all?
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    Chick attacked by mum exposed skull.

    You can use neosporin ointment on the wound for a few days as it heals. Make sure it does not get infected and keep her away from other chickens/chicks. Otherwise just keep up the electrolytes and food. If she is still eating and drinking on her own she should be fine. Hopefully without any...
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    Thought my hen was dead, but she's barely holding on

    Honestly such a sudden change is a very bad sign. Most of the time chickens don’t go from fine to near death so quickly. If there is no noticeable wounds or abnormality then I’d just keep doing what you are doing now. Giving her electrolytes, some food if you can, and keep her...
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    rescue chicken after attack, acting egg bound but still pooping, won't eat..

    Of course, and best of luck! Being bitchy is always a good sign for a chicken <3
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    rescue chicken after attack, acting egg bound but still pooping, won't eat..

    It’s completely okay if you are uncomfortable doing the feeding as long as someone is able to <3 As for the toe, if you are going to amputate it then you need to clean all the nasty tissue first. I recommend soaking it in Epson Salt bathes every day if possible. That’s what we did when we had...
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    Hen with Heavy Breathing, Purple Comb, Lethargy

    I can’t say I know what’s wrong exactly, but I’d definitely keep a close eye on her. I’d also possibly recommend electrolytes if you are concerned about overheating. You might also want to give her more protein rich food, if she is eating. So keep an eye on her and make sure she gets lots of...
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    Urgent, newborn chick possibly attacked by hen, can't move head or stand!

    If there are no obvious wounds then waiting is probably your best options. Make sure to keep her warm and separated from any other chickens/chicks. You are also going to need to make sure she gets food and water. You can try gently dipping her beak in water and see if she can drink it. If she...
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    rescue chicken after attack, acting egg bound but still pooping, won't eat..

    I’m gonna start with the feeding. We’ve had birds get badly injured and then not want to eat. If you feel comfortable what you could do is liquify the food and then use a large syringe to feed her. It does work, but can be a little risky. You have to open her mouth and they don’t like that, but...
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