An update about my sick bird / flock

[anniemary]

Hi!

I had a very frustrating week last week dealing with a young hen I couldn't tell had Marek's or Coccidiosis. I was worried about the whole flock.

We ended up culling the poor little thing, but then I was worried about everyone else.

I am happy to report that all are doing extremely well. We let them out of the chicken tractor yesterday to really free-range and all were sooooo happy.

Poops are looking perfect (I've been treating for cocci). All are happy.

And, I am no longer worried.

I now thinking my poor little hen may have sustained internal injuries during the transfer from the brooder to the chicken tractor.

Thank you for listening.

I so appreciate this site and your support.

Blessings,

Annie

 

[Angiebubs]

Are they warm enough? They should be at around 70-75 at that age or enough other chicks to snuggle for body heat.

 

[anniemary]

Yes, they are fine. They are meat birds so they are twice the size of other birds at this age. There are now 48 of them. And, they all snuggle up in the corner which I have covered on top and sides.

I don't think they mind our cooler temps. It was raining outside today and they still wanted to go out and forage.

My laying chicks will not be going outside for some time, though. Much later than these meat birds did.