does someone know why shes doing this?

[chickenlover0805]

UPDATE: This is how she was tonight, she still went in the coop at her normal time but she was acting like she had no energy. My grandpa said she's old and just might pass away. If she's still there tomorrow my grandma is going to look at her legs.

 

[silentmaple]

It's 70°F where we are, I haven't noticed any difference but she sometime does that whenever someone picks her up but she usually goes back to normal after a few seconds. But when I got home today I gave her and her flock some treats and I saw her walking around like that. It's almost night and I will check on her when I lock them in tonight.

That does seem strange, ultimately she's clearly uncomfortable in some way. I definitely agree with the others in this thread that checking her for any parasites is always a good idea.

As long as she's eating and defecating normally otherwise, with no other discernible symptoms. I would suggest just keeping a close eye on her for now as that behavior alone doesn't supply enough information to tell for sure what she might have.

It's always a good idea to keep an eye on molting birds, because it takes a lot out of them and can cause weight loss, which can make them cold even in 70f. Her comb does look a little limp and purple, which can indicate that their body is pulling blood away from it to retain heat (one of the functions of the comb can be to regulate body temp, much like rabbit's and elephant's ears)

One thing that I would suggest would be to give a small amount of Black Oil Sunflower Seed, as the fat and protein helps them keep weight on and helps support molting. Most chickens love it! My go-to whenever I have an unwell chicken is also to give Nutri-Drench to cover any deficiencies that they could have. You can find it online or in pretty much any feed store.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

 

[chickenlover0805]

This was her this morning

 

[Chicken_tiger_catt]

That stance means she doesn't feel well.

agreed.

 

[CoopBoots]

I'd post in the emergencies/health forum. I'd be checking her for a potential crop issue, egg issue, or parasite issue, in combination with supportive care for what looks like a tough molt. Yes, those feet could use some Vaseline for probable scaly leg mites. Best of luck!

 

[chickenlover0805]

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