i have a flock of 8 hens and 1 Rooster. My rooster and 4 hens have the feathers missing or plucked from their heads and or neck, I have a hen that is limping and 2 that look underfed. I fear my old leghorn alpha hen whom is in perfect condition is the cause but I can’t confirm.
Any advice...
Lethargic hen with watery eyes, nasal discharge and strange behavior. She stands on her feeder trying to eat out of the very top instead of the base. She also keeps her beak tucked into her feathers. She is about 8 years old.
Thank you.
Tellynpeep, you are correct. I opted to treat Empirically with Doxy. They estimated 2 tests that together totaled almost $400. I went To Florida wild life in Deland and saw Dr. Holder. She was super! If she clears with 3 weeks of Doxy The Dr recommends I isolate her for additional 3 weeks. I...
Other than being lonely in isolation she seems to be doing well.
My vet bill came to $132.90
$54 exam
$40 cytology in house
$24.70 intestinal parasite exam
$14.20 Doxycycline
I am comforted in knowing others take their chicks to the vet too.
Thanks everyone for responding.
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