3 Week Swedish Roo Crisis

VanessaKay

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Jul 26, 2022
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I purchased July 5th 2022 (3 week old) Swedish Flower Rooster from Meyer Hatchery, I called today and reassured that this bird was vaccinated to rule out cocci, I am obsessively cleaning the cage (I don't naturally enjoy the smell, I am giving medicated starter feed officially today I don’t think I was prior as it can increase those chances of that disease. used vital pack for vitamins/electrolytes in water. I fed egg yolk, and plain yogurt with honey and have no changed behavior. He seems to be fatigued, not "lethargic" he's arousable, eating and drinking. I noticed he seems to loose balance or appear dizzy at times. His feathers are fine and neck hasn't drooped or noticed any turning. I best case scenario am over reacting.

I have vet rx and a few probiotic packets/revive packets I bought today from rural king. Since Sunday and today is now Tuesday this chick has seemed a bit withdrawn. It seemed to start with a field trip outside in the shade with fans running, It was a hotter day in central PA high 80's yet in shade with fans (no light on). I brought them back inside my house and have the heated lamp on. It went out for a period of time but was quickly able to steal a light from the one mounted in the rabbit pen.

I hope he has long legs for the dizzy spells, it’s his temperament or all the normal things. I realize it’s only been a few days but any pointers or thoughts would be appreciated, please advise ?

I have videos but this doesn’t seem to allow me
 
Photos of his poop, him and of the brooder would be good.

For video, upload to youtube and provide a link.

Are you Sure that Meyer Hatchery said they Vaccinated for Coccidosis? Was it Marek's vaccine?
Afik, Meyer Hatchery does not offer vaccination for Coccidiosis, only for Marek's.

Stop obsessively cleaning the cage. Chicks need exposure to poop so they can build some resistance. There's a think as being too "clean". Sorry, but it's true.

How many other chicks are with him?

How warm is your brooder on the warm side and on the cool side - give us the temperature.

I'd see that he's eating his normal feed and drinking well.

With more info along with photos, we may be able to offer some suggestions.
 

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