Are my chickens ill?

[Supercare]

Hi,

My chickens were free range but then they started to flee to my neighbours so I caged them.
their coop is large.
Ever since then, 2 of them stopped eating and drinking. are they going to die?

Ziona

 

[KimKimWilliamso]

Well, if they arent consuming ANY water or food, probably, yes. You shoul investigate further, and decide on an action plan.

 

[Supercare]

Thanks for the reply.
It is clear that it is due to the fact that they are cooped. Unfortunately I cannot set them free since my neighbour complains. So what can I do to prevent their death?
Do you have any suggestions? I failed to mention that they stopped laying and just sit it the laying basket looking sad.

Thanks

 

[tammye]

do you have an outdoor penned in area for them to get outside? would help.
How old are they? are they broody? They should not stave themselves because they are inside, complain yes. Try some treats or electrolyte solution to simulate their appetite

 

[Nicole01]

Try giving wet mash or dried oats. My girls love wet mash. Good luck.