Grit should be left out free choice so the chicks can get to it when needed. If it’s impacted, then after 8 to 12 hours without food or water it will still be large and squishy. I would withhold food and water overnight and check it first thing in the morning before she eats or drinks - it should be flat and empty. It’s useless to check now bc chicken crops are usually full throughout the day.
So I set out more grit. I checked her again this morning and it's still large and squishy. I can't feel anything in there. Still no smell and acting the same as before. Should I try feeding her coconut oil? Added a pic from today, sorry it's a bit blurry.
Yes I would definitely try the coconut oil, chilled into solid chunks. She should peck it right out of your palm… I would also separate her with nothing but water. Eating isn’t doing anything except adding to the impaction…. I’m going to summon some experts bc there is controversy over how to handle impacted / sour crops
Chickens can go a long time without eating - water is more important. Do you have a small dog crate where you can keep her in the run with the rest of the girls? You just want to prevent her from eating until the crop starts to function properly. Don’t panic - I’m sure someone more knowledgeable will be along soon. But it takes days for a chicken to die of starvation.
What does her poop look like?
