Droopy and lethargic chicken

[Chickenlindsey616]

Mabel is super lethargic today and is looking pretty droopy. She didn’t greet me nor did she run for treats like usual. She laid a really soft egg a few days ago and hasn’t laid since. She’s about 25 weeks old and is usually sweet and outgoing. What could be wrong?

 

[Eggcessive]

Welcome to BYC. With her tail down posture, she could be suffering from an internal infection or reproductive disorder. Can you insert a clean finger into her vent 1-2 inches to feel for an egg? Do you have a vet who could see her? Antibiotics might help if she has an infection. Fish Mox amoxicillin is sometimes available in some feed stores or online. Dosage is 125-250 mg twice a day given orally.

 

[Chickenlindsey616]

Welcome to BYC. With her tail down posture, she could be suffering from an internal infection or reproductive disorder. Can you insert a clean finger into her vent 1-2 inches to feel for an egg? Do you have a vet who could see her? Antibiotics might help if she has an infection. Fish Mox amoxicillin is sometimes available in some feed stores or online. Dosage is 125-250 mg twice a day given orally.

I did check for an egg and didn’t feel anything other than tissue. It felt like a ball of tissue up front with a u shape around. I’m not sure if we have vets around here that see chickens but I’m in the ag industry and know a lot of chicken folks so I’ll check in with some tomorrow. Thank you