Here is my day-old featherless silkie chick. My daughter pointed out that the little guy has a few "tufts" but mostly he's pretty bald. Mom seems to be caring for him fine but he does spend most of his time under her staying warm (it is 80 F right now).
I've already posted this on the new member forum but thought I'd try here as well. I had a silkie chick hatch without any feathers today. So far she seems healthy and is being kept warm by her mom. Anyone else have this experience? Words of wisdom? Anything helpful.......
I'm new to this forum and am looking for a bit of help. I had a silkie chick hatch today that is completely featherless. So far she seems to be in good health. She is being kept toasty warm by her mom but I'm concerned about what will happen once mom is ready to get up and move around. It is...