Bloated Chicken.. What to do?

[MillersFarm]

Hi there!
I had just gotten four bantams which i adore! But one seems very constipated. I'm pretty sure shes not egg-bound. I checked for an egg but couldn't feel anything! I also noticed that her waste was very watery. So i began giving her some warm baths for 30 mins about twice a day. Should i be soaking her more then twice a day? Her abdomen is very bloated and she looks very uncomfortable. Is there anything i could give her or put on her or feed her to help..? If you need any pictures of her i'll gladly go out and take some.

Any advice is very much appreciated!

 

[Isaac 0]

How old is she?when was the last time she laided a egg?
It sounds like egg yolk peritonitis which is common in older hens.

http://www.theveterinaryexpert.com/backyard-poultry/egg-yolk-peritonitis/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/egg-yolk-peritonitis.526089/

 

[MillersFarm]

How old is she?when was the last time she laided a egg?
It sounds like egg yolk peritonitis which is common in older hens.

http://www.theveterinaryexpert.com/backyard-poultry/egg-yolk-peritonitis/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/egg-yolk-peritonitis.526089/

I'm not sure, But the lady said that she was one of her originals. So i'm sure shes quite old. She hasnt laid an egg yet but shes a bantam and we've only had her for three days. I'm pretty sure she doesnt have yolk peritonitis... She walks and scratches with her three other bantam friends. Her comb hangs over but isn't pale at all. Her tail doesnt drop, She acts completely normal except when she walks around she sort of waddles.. She'll also roost up which is a good 3 feet off the ground. I havent got a clue on whats wrong with her.

 

[Isaac 0]

Can you post a picture of her abdomen?It could also be ascites.

 

[Eggcessive]

What are you feeding? Some chicken feeds now contain probiotics, and some don't. A tsp of plain yogurt twice a week will provide those, and help gut health. Placing water containers around in several spots can insure they get plenty of water. Dehydration can cause straining, but since she is having diarrhea, it could be a problem with her vent function, or any number of things. Reproductive problems can cause weight loss in the breast or keel area, but sometimes an enlarged lower belly that might be spongy or even tight like a drum. Coccidiosis could be a problem being on new soil, or even worms. Some vets will check droppings for cocci or worms if you take in some fresh droppings. Others won't without seeing the bird. Corid in the water will treat for coccidiosis, and Valbazen or Safeguard Liquid Goat Wormer or Equine paste will treat most chicken worms. Piperazine (Wazine17) will treat large roundworms only, but are the most common worm in poultry.

 

[MillersFarm]

Can you post a picture of her abdomen?It could also be ascites.

Sure i'll try and get outside right away

 

[MillersFarm]

What are you feeding? Some chicken feeds now contain probiotics, and some don't. A tsp of plain yogurt twice a week will provide those, and help gut health. Placing water containers around in several spots can insure they get plenty of water. Dehydration can cause straining, but since she is having diarrhea, it could be a problem with her vent function, or any number of things. Reproductive problems can cause weight loss in the breast or keel area, but sometimes an enlarged lower belly that might be spongy or even tight like a drum. Coccidiosis could be a problem being on new soil, or even worms. Some vets will check droppings for cocci or worms if you take in some fresh droppings. Others won't without seeing the bird. Corid in the water will treat for coccidiosis, and Valbazen or Safeguard Liquid Goat Wormer or Equine paste will treat most chicken worms. Piperazine (Wazine17) will treat large roundworms only, but are the most common worm in poultry.

I'll take a look at what i'm feeding her, Her waste is now solid and normal looking. I might worm them all just in case. Thanks for the reply

 

[MillersFarm]

Sorry they're a bit blurry just took these.




We are feeding her (Along with three others) Poultry Layer 16% Crumble

 

[Eggcessive]

The bag should say if it has probiotics or not. Her belly is pretty big. Does it feel tight or soft and spongy? I would guess that she might have internal laying or perhaps ascites if it is tight. Internal laying occurs when eggs exit into the abdomen, rather than the oviduct. Ascites is fluid in the abdomen from right heart failure or liver failure, sometimes due to egg yolk peritonitis. Another condition called cystic right oviduct, which sometimes resembles ascites with a fluid filled sac in the belly. I would probably watch her, and make sure that she is eating and drinking well. The probiotics or a little plain cultured yogurt can help twice a week. I have experimented giving mine a tiny bit of cottage cheese which can help with diarrhea.

 

[MillersFarm]

The bag should say if it has probiotics or not. Her belly is pretty big. Does it feel tight or soft and spongy? I would guess that she might have internal laying or perhaps ascites if it is tight. Internal laying occurs when eggs exit into the abdomen, rather than the oviduct. Ascites is fluid in the abdomen from right heart failure or liver failure, sometimes due to egg yolk peritonitis. Another condition called cystic right oviduct, which sometimes resembles ascites with a fluid filled sac in the belly. I would probably watch her, and make sure that she is eating and drinking well. The probiotics or a little plain cultured yogurt can help twice a week. I have experimented giving mine a tiny bit of cottage cheese which can help with diarrhea.

It is tight... I'll try the yogurt twice a week.. I've been soaking her twice a day with warm water with some epsom salt in it... Should i leave out the salt? And should i be soaking her more often? Sorry for all the questions i just really hate to see her in this condition.