It took me a while to figure this out actually, but my hen unfortunately has water belly. I would like to drain her just to give her comfort until she passes and so she can play with her sisters normally again. I have some questions regarding drainage and I'd love to get some advice!
1. First...
Hi! One of my hens is currently experiencing some respiratory issues and I have been giving her VetRx to help. Whenever I pick her up to apply it, her body completely freezes and she begins heaving and panting like crazy.
I don't pick her up aggressively or snatch her, it usually takes a bit of...
One of my hens has had a bald spot on her butt for a while now from an animal attack a while ago. Back then I had assumed the feathers would grow out, but now it still looks the same. If anything, it seems to be more irritated. Is there any way to treat bald spots on chickens to encourage...
Today I attempted to rinse my hen's bum as it was caked with poop and very much in need of a bath. I put her in a tub and asked my friend to help lift her up a bit so i could see her bum and properly rinse it, but as my friend was holding her, she began to aggressively gag and breathe heavily...
My hen's foot has been looking like this recently and I'm not sure how it happened. Is it sprained or broken? How should I help her? She doesn't seem to be super visibly uncomfortable about it but she does run a little weird. Any advice?
It's crazy how long I've had this girl but never knew what breed she was. I never knew where my mom got her from or the person who sold it to her long ago even told her. But she's my baby and I'm really curious to know what breed she is! Can anyone help me out?
I have never really encountered any symptoms of diseases or sickness from my chickens as I only have three and they are my first flock. Recently, my hen has been very drowsy and inactive. Her symptoms include yellow-ish diarrhea, lots of napping, and just not moving around very much. She's just...