Thanks so much mattrisch!
You can also try the heating pad method that I have read about here on this site. I havent tried it but I know some have and really like it if you have to brood your own chicks again.
Marie
Looks like pasty butt can be caused by being too cold or too hot.
PREVENTION
· Maintain proper brooder temperatures
· Consider switching from heat lamps to a radiant heat source such as anEcoGlow brooder, which will eliminate the possibility of overheating chicks.
· Add...
If they have pasty butt you have to clean it right away or they can die. Sorry about everything that happened. I wish I could do or say more. Hugs to you....