First flock for us, sick! should we return them?

[casportpony]

Safe to assume we should not introduce any new chicks later down the road?

Should we cut our loss and get a new flock or some chicks and start fresh or will we be ok after this all passes... And possibly Adel.. ??

What state do you live in?

-Kathy

 

[tha5150]

Central Florida

 

[tha5150]

Update..

Adel has pulled through and eating and drinking on her own this morning. Even giving herself a bath. We are so happy! Decided to keep them all, see how things go and learn on the way.

We will continue Tylan for the next 4 days (5 day cycle) on the 3 showing signs of sickness.

Thank you all for the help!

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

It's nice to hear some good news. Keep it up.

 

[Hholly]

Hope things keep getting better!

 

[jlashaw]

I started a new flock for the second time after we moved back to Washington from North Dakota. I bought a breeding trio and on the way home the rooster made some pretty funny noises we had never heard before due to never owning a rooster. Or so I thought. Now, three more birds in my flock sneeze, wheeze and cough. It's time to cull. I can't separate my flock, I know they have CRD. People are always selling sick chickens because they want to make a fast buck. I had never had to treat with antibiotics before now. Vet RX does nothing in my opinion. It looks like you may need eye ointment for them as well. Or do the responsible thing and cull them. It's hard, especially when you have kids. My husband and I were both raised on farms. When there's a sick animal, cull it fast. Everyone has a different opinion but get them out of there and start over. I hope it all works out,

 

[wendychicklawyr]

Pay for a 25 consult with dr brown and first state vet. He has helped me numerous times. Oxytetracycline is a broad spectrum antibiotic and you can get it from him or a tractor type supply. You need to get something ASAP

 

[jlashaw]

Update..

Adel has pulled through and eating and drinking on her own this morning. Even giving herself a bath. We are so happy! Decided to keep them all, see how things go and learn on the way.

We will continue Tylan for the next 4 days (5 day cycle) on the 3 showing signs of sickness.

Thank you all for the help!

I did not see this, I'm happy she is better. BYC is a great place to learn. There are so many wonderful people that will help you through your chicken situations. Good luck and remember to throw any eggs away that they lay while being treated with antibiotics.

 

[tha5150]

I hate leaving the house so early and not being able to see them to check in. Hey, I'm happy enough my kids are up when I leave!

Yeah, I got home yesterday and gave them more Tylan 50 and everybody seems much better. Even Ariel (Americana) and Keisha (Plymoth Rock) seemed better though they have been just fine. Everybody in general has more energy I guess you could say. Wide out our some tomatoes and onions and pears and we're still picking at it later in the day.

We had our first good rain this morning and hope to hear how everyone and everything is. I'm sure fine but I just completed building the coop and hasn't rained yet. So anxious I guess, to know it's still standing Hahah

Also we have a cold front (Fl Style) tonight and will be 50-65 tomorrow. Should everyone be ok? Due to their conditions, should we bring them in the garage or anything? I woulde imagine they won't mind and will be just fine... Heat lamp?

 

[jlashaw]

I hate leaving the house so early and not being able to see them to check in. Hey, I'm happy enough my kids are up when I leave!

Yeah, I got home yesterday and gave them more Tylan 50 and everybody seems much better. Even Ariel (Americana) and Keisha (Plymoth Rock) seemed better though they have been just fine. Everybody in general has more energy I guess you could say. Wide out our some tomatoes and onions and pears and we're still picking at it later in the day.

We had our first good rain this morning and hope to hear how everyone and everything is. I'm sure fine but I just completed building the coop and hasn't rained yet. So anxious I guess, to know it's still standing Hahah

Also we have a cold front (Fl Style) tonight and will be 50-65 tomorrow. Should everyone be ok? Due to their conditions, should we bring them in the garage or anything? I woulde imagine they won't mind and will be just fine... Heat lamp?

Your girls will be ok. Does your coop close up completely? I'd bring them in from the wind and the rain. That is a big drop in temp. When chickens are sick, they like the heat. You'll know if they're cold because they'll ruffle up and shiver. If they do get chilled, it could make them worse. I would try a low wattage bulb if they are cold and if they stay away from it, you'll know they're too hot. They'll also open their mouths a bit and pant when over heated. If they are too cold, they'll stay under the light. But these are pretty winter hardy breeds so they might do just fine as long as their shelter closes up for them.