Advice needed on this here situation

[aart]

I have 3 coops, didn't mention it because space wasn't my issue, but integrating during coccidiosis was. Nor did I think folks would zoom in on that vs. my original concern, however it seems folks are starting to focus on the wrong thing here.

Crowding can exacerbate any disease issues.

 

[Trevorusn]

Crowding can exacerbate any disease issues.

Seems the consensus is to wait. Now, I plan on Corid for three more days for a total of 7. I had read someone recommend a second round 2 weeks later, is that also needed or just the one 7 day treatment? And how long, with the Brahmas being on medicated feed for several days now, will it be until their resistance be strong enough to be ok outside?

 

[chknlittle17]

Seems the consensus is to wait. Now, I plan on Corid for three more days for a total of 7. I had read someone recommend a second round 2 weeks later, is that also needed or just the one 7 day treatment? And how long, with the Brahmas being on medicated feed for several days now, will it be until their resistance be strong enough to be ok outside?

Personally, I'd wait a minimum of 2 weeks to put them outside. I'd also keep them on the medicated feed for maybe another week, but I'm pretty new to chickens. I would do another round of corid in 2 weeks where all the chickens get it, including the brahmas. But that is just my opinion. I tend to be pretty cautious when it comes to ill chickens since I am now dealing with this issue myself.

 

[Folly's place]

Probably it would be best to treat them again, wait before having the new chicks out there, and at least keep them on the medicated chick feed for two or three weeks after they hit your ground. Be ready too if they get sick.
mary

 

[Mrs. K]

Adding new birds is stressful, I agree, wait.

As for the misunderstanding, you did say you were going to add them to that coop. When I reread, you said add some of them. I am not quite sure why you are doing that. The larger the group being added, generally works better as it spreads out the pecking.

But if you have 3 coops, I would strongly rethink adding healthy birds to a flock that has been recently sick.

Mrs K

 

[Trevorusn]

Adding new birds is stressful, I agree, wait.

As for the misunderstanding, you did say you were going to add them to that coop. When I reread, you said add some of them. I am not quite sure why you are doing that. The larger the group being added, generally works better as it spreads out the pecking.

But if you have 3 coops, I would strongly rethink adding healthy birds to a flock that has been recently sick.

Mrs K

I did, but was not sure if it would be wise with the JGs seeming to have coccidiosis. And, I also plan on moving the roos to the bachelor pad, and 3 of the JGs are roos as well as at least 2 of the Brahmas. But that is in the future, I was concerned about now. I am quite aware of space needs, but seeing as they are all still small I do have a bit of time to finalize arrangements. However, the possible coccidiosis outbreak will put a halt to combining for now.

 

[Trevorusn]

To clarify, I understand the concern for space, but I have been in the works for a month now planning this out and have things ready to go when needed. My big concern was how much risk the Brahma chicks faced with coccidiosis even after beginning medicated feed, and whether or not I should give that to the JGs after the Corid dosing or stick to All Flock. I think I have my answers though, thank you all.