Just wanted to give an update on Roscoe. I separated him and one of the hens that wasn't doing very well. I gave them both Tylan 50 in their drinking water for 5 days. And just waited. On day 6 I noticed a big difference in Roscoe. He was standing better and was trying to walk. By the end of day...
I was a Vet Tech years ago but only worked on typical family pets. I never worked with birds. Giving an injection makes me a little nervous because I know how delicate they are but I can do a just under the skin injection....where is the best place to give it? On the breast? Is there any main...
Update*** I brought Roscoe in to the house and have been watching him. He's having a hard time with his balance. He also has a very runny nose, sneezing and sounds very horse. He's eyes are very watery....so watery there are a lot of bubbles covering his eyes. No sign of grey eyes so that's...
I'll start making calls Monday! In the meantime does anyone have any suggestions on how I should treat Roscoe (that's his name) while I look for a vet?
Additional info: right before Roscoe became ill, I had two hens that got sick with lethargy, unable to stand for more than a few minutes...
I'm having a difficult time finding a vet that works with chickens here in central Virginia. Its so frustrating. Any suggestions on how to find one? I never thought it would be a problem here in farm country. Lol
Debra
I'm so worried about my 27 week old BLR Wyandotte rooster . He is very sick and I'm not sure what he has. He's been showing signs of illness for two weeks now. He shares a large run with 9 hens.
SYMPTOMS: He walks funny, straight legged marching like. He cant seem to hold his eyes open and...