Hello BYCERS, we have three buff orptington chickens, all 10 weeks old. Two of them have little comb and waddle showing, but this one (see pic) has a very big (by comparison), red comb and waddle. Can you tell if it's a rooster? This morning for the first time we hear the beginning of a crow...
Hi There,
Just checking back in, our chick made it--the heavy breathing and chirping stopped after about a week and she's fine. The changes we made were Apple Cider Vinegar in the water alternating with electrolites and nettle tea. We bought Cocid medicine just in case, but never used it...
Hello BYC,
Posted this under "raising baby chicks" and a bycer suggested I post here. Any thoughts?
I have five 2 week old chicks (1 Americana, 1 Rhode Island Red, 3 Buff Orpington) The are all growing well and active. However, the Americana seems to be breathing heavy with a chirp on each...
Hello BYC,
I have five 2 week old chicks (1 Americana, 1 Rhode Island Red, 3 Buff Orpington) The are all growing well and active. However, the Americana seems to be breathing heavy with a chirp on each exhale. She is active (eating, drinking, pooping) , but the breathing does not seem right...