One of my girls seems to have a problem. She is acting fine except that her belly seems a bit squishy and she is walking funny, like a duck - she is eating, drinking, foraging and her comb is red and healthy looking - She is 1 of 9 and the rest are fine.
What do you think could be the problem?
I have a problem and need HELP!
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