Recent content by TJE

So sorry!!

VERY well done

Have you kept them at 93-99F for 37 days? If so, that could be the problem. They should be at 90-95F the first week and then reduce the temp 5 degrees F each week after that and should be off heat when fully feathered around 6 weeks. They are most likely overheating and very dehydrated. I...

Oops hit the button too quickly. If you havent integrated chickens before, look up how to integrate. The older girls will be brutal on the younger if you dont do it the right way.

I know what you mean, for some crazy reason they steal our hearts. Rest assured 28 degrees is not too cold for your flock. Think of birds in the wild, they handle much harsher weather. My current 16 week old chicks are experiencing 10 degree temps and they are thriving. Your coop is dry and has...

How old are your chicks and how many?

Lots of ventilation. Deep liter method. It has been 15 degrees here the past few nights and the girls are doing great. In my outside run I have temporarily put up 18" high boards around the bottom to protect from icy wind drafts so they can spend more time outside. If it gets below zero I may...

Thank you! Takes a load off my mind!

I am leaving today for a two week vacation and just found round worms last night on their poo. Can I treat them when I return or do they need to be treated immediately? My chicken sitter won't be able to do any oral administration. Should I wait and do an oral treatment when I return for my...

Hi, I know this is 3 years old, but was wondering what these turned out to be and if you have pics.

I'm so sorry! We were rooting for her so hard. Breaks my heart. Here is a pic of her namesake, I loved that name so I named this one Baby. Think I will go cry myself to sleep now. :hitThinking of you :hugs

To be honest, I would probably bring mine to the vet also, hahaha, even though there is great advice on here, because it really could be several things and now you know. Just shows how much you love your chickens. Twelve weeks (3 mos) seems a little young to be an impacted egg?? but I could...

I think Tycine1 has some good advice. I would try the treatments first since she is so young. Along with boosting her nutrition she may come out of this with treatments, especially if you have ruled out water belly. Let us know how she does!

Oh one more question, how does her tummy feel? Does it feel normal or does it feel squishy? If it feels squishy like its full of water, that would not be a good sign, called water belly. If you find she does have a squishy tummy, look up how to treat water belly. I hope it's not that though.