Hello, I saw something online about Silkies being the only breed that is hatched with an opening in the top of their skull. It had photos of the actual skull showing how it was formed. Part of the brain is exposed and the comb is usually located over this area. The area is vulnerable to injury...
Hi, I'm no expert, but had this last year when the weather got cooler. I used VetRX, just a couple drops in their nose and under their wings. It's sort of like Vicks for chickens. Chickens can catch a cold like us humans!
Also, I would consider putting them on antibiotics for 7-10 days. I...
The last time I bought chicks they seemed fine, but 4 ended up dying for no apparent reason, one has a twisted beak, and another a twisted neck! They were supposed to be purebred, and I suppose they are. Maybe they are inbred! Anyway, I like to incubate different breeds to add new blood to my...