Chicken vomit

[Ephemeraljs]

***I've posted this in the Emergency section but cannot find out how to delete the post -- sorry*****

I understand that chickens can't really vomit but that is the best description of the behaviour.

A week ago, I bought 4 AmeracaunaX black hens. One arrived with a loud gurgling stomach and has a saliva-like liquid (clear and coloured) occasionally coming from her beak. The most recent shortly after she ate. Otherwise her behaviour is normal. Upon arrival, I found that their poo seemed to have a sour smell but that seems to have lessened since being here. Any ideas? I am questioning Ascites and an impacted crop (I will check crop tomorrow) but I am somewhat new to chickens and this is not something I've encountered before. She acts perfectly normal minus symptoms. Should I be concerned? These chickens are quarantined. Should i be worried about introducing to my flock? They are eating 18% layer pellets and some scratch since being at our farm.

 

[bluebird]

Not sure but... !!!

 

[sylviethecochin]

Welcome to BYC. I would not introduce those hens to your flock until you're sure that whatever they have will not spread to your existing flock. To alleviate frustration, you may wish to leave a very nasty review with the seller.

@casportpony ?
@Ravynscroft ?

 

[Ephemeraljs]

Thanks....clearly I am a newbie. I thought I was posting elsewhere. I will try to do that and then try to properly introduce myself.

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens. Please post in detail at "emergencies, diseases, injuries, cures," thread - they may be able to help you.

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[Hope Hughes]

Hello
Welcome to BYC!!
So glad to have you here!!
Thanks for sharing your story!!
You have come to the right place.
I hope the people in the ER section can help!!
There are many people on here that are ready to help in anyway they can!
The learning center also has alot of great information on it as well!
Enjoy!
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[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!
Something is definitely going on when they vomit on you. Could be as simple as a slow or sour crop, maybe something more serious like a Coccidiosis infection, overload of intestinal worms, ascites, canker, reproductive cancer, internal laying, the list is endless. Definitely post in our Emergency section and good luck, I hope she is ok!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck in defining the problem with your birds.

 

[casportpony]

Welcome to BYC! Sorry you are having problems with your new birds. Are their crops empty in the morning, and what does their poop look like? Poop pictures would be helpful.