consider this a reply to all the advice above. Thanks so much for the advice. That helps a lot. The only difference with the Brahmas was the feed and the fact that their shipping was delayed and due to horrible scanning and information from the USPS it's very unclear just exactly where they were when no one could find them causing the 20 hour delay. Clearly they were stressed. compared to my other chicks definitely lethargic. so, perhaps the game bird feed on top was too much or just one of many factors. I would have never have though of it but this local breeder told me to do so. I have gone back to giving them the medicated starter with about 20% of the game bird just so as not to completely change it, not sure if it matters. Still have six left. At least 5 of those have grown quite a bit and seem good. One doesn't seem to be growing much. only that one still has pasty butt that I clean each day. I did add vitamins to the water.
Oh, and the seller did finally get back to me and assured me that all his chicks and others he has mailed have been fine, so it's either they got chilled or the game bird feed or the combo of the both. He actually agreed to replace the 5 chicks if I pay shipping. but now I would have to add 10 more chicks at cost to me so I'm not sure yet if I will do it. I hope the remaining little guys stay strong!!
You all are amazing. I appreciate the advice.
Oh, and the seller did finally get back to me and assured me that all his chicks and others he has mailed have been fine, so it's either they got chilled or the game bird feed or the combo of the both. He actually agreed to replace the 5 chicks if I pay shipping. but now I would have to add 10 more chicks at cost to me so I'm not sure yet if I will do it. I hope the remaining little guys stay strong!!
You all are amazing. I appreciate the advice.
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