Do chickens get constipated?

[Bernice Clark]

One of my four pullet's tail feathers have curved down in the last couple of days. She appears to have a sort of a lump on her behind just above her vent. I noticed a very minor trembling movement, and I also noticed her neck feathers flare but return to normal quickly.. She's eating and drinking normally. I noticed my four girls have been eating the pine shavings. I don't know if she's sick or not. Could she be constipated? Someone help

 

[nbenevento]

Do a search for "egg bound". Compare her symptoms with what you find there. This will kill her quickly if it is but if you act fast enough, you could save her.

 

[Bernice Clark]

Would 'egg bound' happen to a pullet who is only twelve weeks old and not laying yet?

 

[nbenevento]

Nope. I didn't know the age. However, I have never heard of a constipated chicken. Does she have poopy butt at all? Is there a strong odor? I'm sorry I don't know what it is but with more symptoms, it might help narrow it down.

 

[Bernice Clark]

Thank you for your help. I'm new to raising backyard chickens and I may be overly concerned. I haven't noticed a strong odor. I will check her for poopy butt in the morning. But meanwhile, I'll research that as well. Thanks again!

 

[Bernice Clark]

My golden sex link 12 week pullet still has her tail feathers drawn and still seems to have a lump under her feathers where her tail is drawn under. She is 'resting' in the corner a lot. However, she continues to eat and drink. We inspected her vent area today and it seems normal. I gave her some yogurt with probiotics today. I'm calling out for help again. Should I isolate her from my other three?