Bantam pullet not drinking, barely eating...

[LightningBug]

Update: After about a week of this, she gradually began to sip a little water, nibble a little pellet feed, and after a couple more days we were back to essentially normal. Still keeping an eye on her, but as some suggested, maybe she was just "under the weather" or moping about shedding her feathers. I guess I'd rather look like a goofy overprotective mama myself than wake up with one less chicken. Thanks for the help, all!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Update: After about a week of this, she gradually began to sip a little water, nibble a little pellet feed, and after a couple more days we were back to essentially normal. Still keeping an eye on her, but as some suggested, maybe she was just "under the weather" or moping about shedding her feathers. I guess I'd rather look like a goofy overprotective mama myself than wake up with one less chicken. Thanks for the help, all!

Glad to hear she is recovering!
Nope, not being overprotective! You were making observations which were concerning for sure. I have a couple that when molting they act like they are so miserable, go off their feed, etc. I worry, watch them closely and pet them along.

You did good, sometimes you have to encourage them along!