Chick's neck

[amandastark]

I have 6 chicks that are almost 4 weeks old. I have one buff polish that has had a sore on her neck. We've been watching to see if it's getting worse and today it looks like this.

Is this due to it being too hot or is another chick picking on her? Any help would be appreciated!

 

[boskelli1571]

Hello & welcome! Keep the area clean & dry lightly cover with antibiotic ointment. Apply some blukote over the area to deter picking from other birds. If you have a regular heat light going, change over to a red lamp (chicks won't notice red area). If it continues, you may have to separate them for a while. Good luck,