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any hope for this chick?

Discussion in 'Emergencies / Diseases / Injuries and Cures' started by klf73, May 8, 2009.

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  1. May 8, 2009 #1
    klf73

    klf73 Mad Scientist

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    My 3 yo has autism and really wanted to see the chicks yesterday. He is very good with the chickens and chicks. I put the brooder in a temporary spot while I was moving things and in his excitement he accidently knocked it over. The chicks ran everywhere. I inspected them all and all seemed fine. They could all walk and looked fine. I noticed that paticular one seemed to be pulling at it's fuzz. This morning it is swollen but can still walk. It seems uncomfortable. Is there any hope for this baby [​IMG]
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  3. May 8, 2009 #2
    Mahonri

    Mahonri Urban Desert Chicken Enthusiast Premium Member

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    I'd put some neosporin on the area where chick fuzz was lost, make certain it is hydrated and then pray.
     
  5. May 8, 2009 #3
    klf73

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    it keeps pulling at itself, would blukote be better or the neosporin? I am sure it is uncomfortable but would hate to cull if it is just temporarily swollen, ya know?
     
  7. May 8, 2009 #4
    NotTheMomma

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    I would say it's pulling the feathers because it's painful. Not sure what else to say.

    Hugs!!
     

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