Chickens under 2 months dropping like flys,no noticeable symptoms

[NoFlyBackFarm]

Sounds like they may have Giardia, go to your vet with stool sample to find out.

 

[SimplyLivinthatFarmLife]

Oh nooo...this is horrible. Sure hope someone can assist you and soon. Wishing you all the best.

 

[Kiki]

I don't think this one pill per gallon of water is going to cut it.
Sit tight. I'm calling the medicine queen. She
@casportpony is going to need to know how many chickens are in each group and how much each ones weighs...get a good guess if you can't weigh them.


I would start Corid tonight if you have it on hand.

 

[Elsveta641]

My vet doesn't do chickens.
He diagnosed the cat by phone,hes been busy with cattle and pigs. I did mention it and he said try calling the next town over. They want 120 bucks just to come out, not including tests. That's why I'm asking here first. I already got taken to the cleaners for an emergency bill on that kitten. I'd rather avoid calling again so soon if I can :S

 

[NoFlyBackFarm]

Hmmm...
Giardiasis
Giardiasis is an incredibly rare parasite and it is usually not problematic unless it overruns the immune system.

Chickens normally catch this parasite through pecking at infected poop (dog, cat etc.) and symptoms include brown watery diarrhea, weight loss and dehydration.

If you suspect your chickens have Giardiasis, visit your local vet and they will prescribe your chickens antibiotics.

Note: Humans can also catch Giardia, so good sanitation and hygiene practices will help to prevent transmission.
Found this on the happychickencoop site. May clear up how your chicks got it at least.

 

[Kiki]

My vet doesn't do chickens.
He diagnosed the cat by phone,hes been busy with cattle and pigs. I did mention it and he said try calling the next town over. They want 120 bucks just to come out, not including tests. That's why I'm asking here first. I already got taken to the cleaners for an emergency bill on that kitten. I'd rather avoid calling again so soon if I can :S

Are you in the US?
If so what state are you in?

 

[NoFlyBackFarm]

I'm praying for you over in NJ.

 

[Eggcessive]

Metronidazole dosage is 25 mg per pound once or twice a day. It depends on what is being treated as to how long it is used. Not sure about chickens, but in humans metronidazole is give for 5-7 days. That is a safe window for other protozoan infections in chickens. In some infections, it may be given for several weeks.

I would try at least to get a fecal test on some combined fresh droppings if a local refular vet will help.

 

[WVduckchick]

I’m at a loss. Possible bad feed?

 

[WVduckchick]

Might try this symptom checker and read through some of the possibilities.

http://www.poultrydvm.com/symptoms