Dead chicken- please help

[MyTMo]

Hi, my less then one year old light brahma died this am. I went and fed them their breakfast and she seemed fine. 10 minutes later I came back and she was dead in the corner. No marks no blood just on her side dead. I am very nervous because I have no idea, there were no signs of disease or problems. I have heard of getting an autopsy perormed to find out why. Has any one else done this? I am in Northern California, where would I send her to have this performed. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
One sad chicken momma

 

[BatChickCrazy]

I don't have any answers... only my deepest sympathies. We lost our 7 week old white orpington yesterday. I went to let them out of the coop and noticed blood. Her vent was a mess... I ended up having her euthanized. We also have a light brahma and she is our favorite. So pretty and sweet. I hope you get some answers... the unknown hurts the worst. ((hugs))

 

[theoldchick]

So sorry for your loss. You can contact an Avian veterinarian in your area and they can give you information on how to get a necropsy performed. Usually, in this type of situation the state agricultural lab may be able to help you.

 

[MyTMo]

I don't have any answers... only my deepest sympathies.  We lost our 7 week old white orpington yesterday.  I went to let them out of the coop and noticed blood.  Her vent was a mess... I ended up having her euthanized.    We also have a light brahma and she is our favorite.  So pretty and sweet.  I hope you get some answers... the unknown hurts the worst.  ((hugs))

Thanks for you words. I was able to get the info for a local agency that can help me. It makes me sad that she will have to be cut open but I really want to know if I have a problem in my flock.

 

[BatChickCrazy]

I don't blame you! I hope you get some answers