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It's easy to become overly concerned about your chickens' health until you've been around chickens for a number of years and observed them. But you will probably know when you have a sick one. First of all, the crop is empty first thing in the morning, so you won't be able to see or feel...

Just keep an eye on her over the next several days. Sometimes, a chicken will get sick and it will resolve itself. If she has a respiratory infection, and it is getting worse, you'll see signs. She may have color changes in her comb. It can be a drab purple if she's having trouble breathing. It...

No, it's not normal. A gaping mouth, other than for very brief periods, can indicate something serious at the most, and at the very least, indicates possible distress. You need to give her a close examination, and observe her behavior over the next few days. Compare her to the other chickens...