coccidiosis in chicks

  1. heartsandwings

    Why did my chick die so suddenly?

    My 5 week old barred rock pullet died in my arms today and I have no idea why. I had treated them for coccidiosis about 2-3 weeks ago when I found a bloody poop, but they were all running around and healthy. They have been happily running around, eyes bright and I have been putting them outside...
  2. SueT

    Exposing chicks to soil to prevent coccidiosis

    Last year I read that exposing chicks to soil early on will help them build up immunity to cocci. So I plan to implement it this year. Actually next week is when I am going to get some chicks. I am asking those who are experienced with this, what soil should I use? From the chicken run...
  3. heartsandwings

    Could this be coccidiosis?

    I have 6 chicks (Plymouth rocks and wyandottes) and I found this poop on their heat mat this morning. This is my third brood, and I have never had an issue with coccidiosis in any of my adult chickens, or chicks before... So I don't really know what I am doing... I have begun adding coccidiostat...
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