Dying chicks

[ChickenFairy3]

This morning I came to check on my chicks and this has been happening about every morning but I witnessed this chicks death. It collapsed and was breathing really hard and not moving it’s feet. I picked it up and moved it near the light and she just started shaking I’m down to one more chick and I’m scared to leave it alone today.

 

[SurferchickinSB]

This morning I came to check on my chicks and this has been happening about every morning but I witnessed this chicks death. It collapsed and was breathing really hard and not moving it’s feet. I picked it up and moved it near the light and she just started shaking I’m down to one more chick and I’m scared to leave it alone today.

What is the temperature like in your brooder? Can you post a picture?

 

[ZANEYchickenguy]

If they are still during their first week of age, I would go back to the feed store and buy however much you need.

 

[ZANEYchickenguy]

Chicks can easily die when the pasty butt is not taking care of. It's when droppings get stuck in their vent, so no more can come out. Did yours have pasty butt?

 

[ZANEYchickenguy]

Take a picture of your brooder It would really help.

 

[ChickenFairy3]

Chicks can easily die when the pasty butt is not taking care of. It's when droppings get stuck in their vent, so no more can come out. Did yours have pasty butt?

No i cleaned their pasty butts

 

[VonSFarms]

Chicks are so temperamental and their needs vary from chick to chick and sometimes with breeds. My Seramas like more heat and a little longer than other breeds I've had. I always give electrolytes the first month to help with giving them an extra boost bc being transported or shipped takes a toll on the little fluffy butts!! Deffinetly check for pasty butt and make sure heat and nutritional needs are in place. Is this your first time with chicks?

 

[ChickenFairy3]

Chicks are so temperamental and their needs vary from chick to chick and sometimes with breeds. My Seramas like more heat and a little longer than other breeds I've had. I always give electrolytes the first month to help with giving them an extra boost bc being transported or shipped takes a toll on the little fluffy butts!! Deffinetly check for pasty butt and make sure heat and nutritional needs are in place. Is this your first time with chicks?

Yes it is

 

[PDXJULES]

So sorry for your loss of Chicks! Do you have a thermometer at their level to be sure it is 95 degrees, with no drafts, and have chick starter feed and fresh water always available? I assume so, since you already are watching vents for pasty butt. Be sure no teflon fumes from lights or cookware is near.