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    4 week old chick with leg problem

    There usually aren’t many definite answers, so don’t blame yourself. Had the hen already been sitting on this egg? Day 19 is a bit early, but not totally uncommon. But it’s usually caused by running temps just a bit high. Very nice that the hen has some babies. Hopefully this one can...
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    4 week old chick with leg problem

    So sorry it’s not looking good. Some leg issues can be fixed and some cannot. It appears that you are doing everything you can, I’m at a loss of what else to try. I’ve had to put down a few chicks with leg problems. I’m curious about the incubation. Did this chick hatch on time with no issues...
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    4 week old chick with leg problem

    Kinda looks like the hip is displaced. Can you bend the leg manually? Does it move at the hip joint? Here's what I would try if it were mine. Hold your left hand out, palm up, fingers toward the right, in front of your chest. Lay the chick's belly in your left hand, feet pointing back toward...
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