I have a 9 month old pullet that has not layed in several weeks. She stopped laying after the first cold night so I assumed she was just done for the winter. She is a tiny silkie x EE and only layed a couple of eggs a week anyway. She has been eating Manna Pro Layer with scrambled eggs as an occasional treat. No health issues up to this point.
Today when feeding the girls, I noticed she is standing with her wings slightly apart and her backside angled upwards with her tail drooping. She appears quite uncomfortable but did eat a little when food was offered. I noticed some blood in their food dish but can't be sure it is from her. It does feel like there could be an egg in her abdomen. Her vent appears normal and I've seen no straining.
I have her inside now and plan to lubricate her vent and soak her in a warm bath. Beyond that, I am at a loss.
Any suggestions from those of you who have dealt with this before? Is there a way to determine if she is eggbound or laying internally?
There are no vets around here that will see a chicken so that is not an option. Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer.
Today when feeding the girls, I noticed she is standing with her wings slightly apart and her backside angled upwards with her tail drooping. She appears quite uncomfortable but did eat a little when food was offered. I noticed some blood in their food dish but can't be sure it is from her. It does feel like there could be an egg in her abdomen. Her vent appears normal and I've seen no straining.
I have her inside now and plan to lubricate her vent and soak her in a warm bath. Beyond that, I am at a loss.
Any suggestions from those of you who have dealt with this before? Is there a way to determine if she is eggbound or laying internally?
There are no vets around here that will see a chicken so that is not an option. Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer.