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Yes, that's pasty butt.Yay! They arrived this morning and all 10 made it. They are in their brooder. One I believe already had/has pasty butt. Does it look like a hard poo stuck to their butt? I soaked it in warm water and wiped her butt, dried her off and put her back. I think a couple are hiding under the heater but most are out and drinking and eating.
brooder plate. so far it seems to just be that one.Yes, that's pasty butt.
Add a little electrolytes to their water. Keep a close eye on them and check them about three times a day. Are you using a brooder plate or a heat lamp?