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Quote: I think you got it! Interesting though the treatment for prolapsed vent is prep.H...what we would use for hemorrhoids, which is what I think I see. I will use it in the morning and try some sugar paste as well, the vet did say they use that for cows with prolapse. Thanks again.

I spoke to the vet, who was not very helpful as most vets do not tend to very many chickens. I have 3 laying hens who are 7 months old that are all of a sudden bleeding from the vent. They have all laid their eggs today, and are pooping ok. I was finally able to pick one up and clean the area a...

Thanks for the help. I am thinking hemorrhoids? Sounds silly but, because they are now in their pen all day and not allowed to roam on the property I have been feeling sorry for them and feeding them bread, and I noticed their outside water has ice in the water, and the it is cold enough to...

Today I noticed 3 of my Red sex link hens, who are about 7 months old with bright red blood, as if they were having a period! They all are laying well, very energenic, eating well. The only difference is the weather, it has gotten cold, freezing this morning. They are kept in their insulated hen...

Quote: Thanks for the reassurance...I think that is what I need. This is my first time and I don't want to make a mistake, and I want them to be happy! Amazing how quickly they are transforming...quite the little entertainers!

Is it too early at 5 days to introduce some sand in the brooder? They are pecking at it, seem to like it? I would assume if they were with their mother she would be showing them this?

Oh my goodness thanks for all the info! I just increased the size of the brooder today for my 5 day old chicks, added a small "roost" which they keep trying out! Perhaps in a day or so I will add a frisbee-( thanks TouchO'Lass)-full of sand! Should be entertaining. Oh and the pasty butt has...

I am curious as to when the little chicks would like to play in the sand or other substance, for their dust baths? When do they start this? I have 4 day old chicks and want to have things ready for them. When can I give and what kind of treats do they like? This forum is so awesome for a newbie...

Wow thanks for all the advice. I tried using a damp paper towel to dampen the area and clean it, some came off, then he pooped in my hand! I don't have any vaseline in the house so I will try it in the morning, I guess I will continue to clean off as best I can.

I am a very new chicken owner...have had them for 2 days, and my rooster has dry poop on him. Is this what is called pasty butt? How do I remove it, I am so afraid of hurting him. Any info would be great. I am also very new to using a forum, actually this is my first time. Oh and they are also 2...