8 ( 17 of my babies were attacked, 3 survived but....NEED HELP please

[momreda]

Not sure if I am posting this in the right spot if not I apologize. I am curious if Chickens suffer from shock? How have other chickens behaved after expierencing an attack or observing one?

We had some really strong winds come through the other day and they caused my chain link gate to open up. My dogs killed 14 of my babies

. 3 have survived. 1 is doing great. 1 is doing well but has not laid in 2 days and the other has not laid in 2 days, had pasty butt/diarrhea and was barely moving around. I brought her inside, gave her a bath etc. today she is eating, drinking and moving around quite a bit but still has the poo issue.

 

[KKatknap]

So sorry this happened.

They will suffer from shock. It sounds like you are doing the right things - I would just continue to keep her/them quiet and calm for awhile. They are now 3 instead of 17, which is also an adjustment for them. Good luck, and again - so sorry. Very sad.

 

[wegotchickens]

They can suffer from shock. Keep them warm and dry and feed them some treat food. Scrambled eggs with the shells mixed in and oatmeal are 2 favorites. Those will bump up their protein a little.

Also, if you can find apple cider vinegar (the kind with sediment swirling around the bottom) put some of that into their water.

 

[chickenlady08]

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Oh I do beleive that they do experience shock persay. I have a hen that the roosters had pulled out alot of feathers on her neck and back, even the rear end had no feathers at all. I brought her into my garage and she went almost 2 weeks without layin an egg. I didn't care a bout the egg laying, I was just afraid she was egg bound, but she wasn't. She started laying again and is actually loving all the one on one attention she is getin in the kennel.

I am so sorry to hear about the lose of our other girls. It is heartbreaking and my heart goes out to you. Good luck with the remaining girls in nursing them back to health.

 

[sourland]

Sorry that this happened. Yes they can and probably are suffering from shock. Do not be surprised if they stop laying for a period of time. Also be aware that your dogs will try to do this again.

 

[momreda]

Thank you all so much. This is terribly upsetting to my family and I, they were our first chickens and we had never suffered a loss from an attack.

KKatKnap said-They will suffer from shock. It sounds like you are doing the right things - I would just continue to keep her/them quiet and calm for awhile. They are now 3 instead of 17, which is also an adjustment for them. Good luck, and again - so sorry. Very sad.

I have another coop with a Roo and 7 pullets almost the same age. Should I incorporate them now or wait until the girls have settled. It seems like they have broken hearts IMO and are lonely.



Wegotchickens said- Also, if you can find apple cider vinegar (the kind with sediment swirling around the bottom) put some of that into their water.

I have added electrolytes to her water, should I still add apple cider vinegar as well?

Chickenlady08 said- brought her into my garage and she went almost 2 weeks without layin an egg.

I was under the impression that their bodies naturally made eggs once they started to lay. I was very concerned that she would be become egg bound I am so happy to hear that is not the case!

Sourland said- Also be aware that your dogs will try to do this again.

Yes I am very worried now that they have had the opportunity that they will become stalkers. My husband is buying them all shock collars, I just hope it's not to late to train them.

 

[geebs]

Okay here is what you do... get them inside and sequester them each in their own spot... large box in bathroom/tub works greatr... You will need to inspect them CAREFULLY... Look under the wings for holes.. (pour hydrogen peroxide on them and then spray with Ferozone spray.)... then you will need some Rooster Booster for their water and antibiotics...Feed them scrambled eggs, yogurt and french toast... (soft things till they develop an appetite)... The rooster booster is electrolites andhelps with developing an appetite.. Leave the lights off and it quiet for them... They should respond in about 3 days... otherwise a trip to the vet may be in order... Note: When a large dog bites a chicken he will likely crush bone.. Be very careful in handling them... Chickens are amazing in thier ability to recover... Good luck and keep me posted.. I am sending guardian angel wishes your way...

 

[geebs]

Good luck

 

[momreda]

Thank you all for the wonderful advice. Girls all appear to be doing better today.