Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[Kris5902]

It will not hurt them and I would do it. They are undergoing a lot of stress and making sure there is nothing going on is worthwhile in my opinion. It almost always too late to save chicks once you notice something is wrong.

I do think @ILoveDaffy was able to save theirs earlier this year but it is very touch and go. I would treat when they arrived and provide medicated feed. It's just too easy to lose them.

Now I'm sure that someone will disagree with me and that's OK. I don't normally recommend treating without testing but in this case I believe the good outweighs any long term effect.

Especially with a history of receiving chicks with Coccidiosis from a certain source. The Corrid or Amprolium basically works by starving out the organisms by making (I think) a B vitamin unavailable to them. If you run a course of the liquid medication, or feed medicated feed (it’s an either or choice from what I understand) it should eliminate the problem before it happens, kind of like a vaccine (it is safe to use that word here right? Don’t ask… local Facebook forum again…) after a full course of treatment I believe it is recommended to provide a vitamin supplement as well.

 

[fuentemoon]

I don’t want to worry any of you, but I have been down and out lately. Much stress, has caused my (Usually high) blood pressure to spike to 198 over 99. It’s been tough on me. That is the reason for my insomnia. I’m going to the doctor today (I won’t be driving) medical transport is picking me up.
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Sending healing thoughts your way. Gently pressing on your closed eyes for a seconds can help lower blood pressure when it is spiking. Works best if done with the thumbs. Great for those that get nervous when at the dr etc

 

[featherhead007]

Oh no. Take care and just come by when you can.
A day spent with your chickens might help with the stress. Just saying.

Twelve chickens (jealous of each other) and all wanting my attention, isn’t as relaxing as people would think.

 

[micstrachan]

It’s all about SARDINES today for Ruby. She gobbled a bunch down during her private outside time, along with some live meal worms. She didn’t touch any of the other offerings, but seemed to know she needed protein. When she had her fill, she asked to be let back into the run. She was resting in the run sitting face to face with her bestie Millie when I left.

Since Lucky is also wasting away a bit, I brought her out to eat what she wanted. She ate a little and also wanted back into the run. I think they know they are vulnerable.

A heat wave is coming, so I hope I can help them through it. In addition to the two sickies, my pullet Sunshine (EE) seems especially sensitive to heat. I’m freezing those silicone mini loaf pans for ice blocks to put in their waters and charging up all the rechargeable fans and tool batteries that run the misting fans. Thinking of freezing some watermelon, too.

 

[Kris5902]

A touch of sad news this morning, I have lost one of my free ranging meat bird fosters, and I haven’t a clue to what. I’m thinking maybe Raccoon, Hawk, or Owl. Good news is it was the cockerel (so he was heading to the freezer anyway). Around 9pm I heard some alarms and Roostie’s Tribe was huddled 50’ from their tractor around Mr Maran’s. The three ranging meat pullets we’re hanging out in the daytime maternity ward Tractor, which I’ve been leaving open for WhiteButt and her 4 chicks to use as additional cover I escorted the girls over to the Chicken Trailer and did my head count noticing that little dude was missing. Closed everyone else in and then DH and I began a search. I will look for further predator signs today in the better light. This is not too bad considering I’m fully free ranging 50 adults, 4 (now 3) 6 week olds, and 4 babies… soon to be more. Roosting will be more heavily supervised tonight.

 

[Kris5902]

I don’t want to worry any of you, but I have been down and out lately. Much stress, has caused my (Usually high) blood pressure to spike to 198 over 99. It’s been tough on me. That is the reason for my insomnia. I’m going to the doctor today (I won’t be driving) medical transport is picking me up.
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You need to take care of yourself so you can take care of the girls! Sending healing thoughts and prayers for you, and glad you’ve got a ride to medical help! I second the requests for check ins as well… hope you’re feeling better soon.

 

[Kris5902]

Sending healing thoughts your way. Gently pressing on your closed eyes for a seconds can help lower blood pressure when it is spiking. Works best if done with the thumbs. Great for those that get nervous when at the dr etc

This is a cool trick, our bodies really are quite amazing. For Arrhythmia and Tachycardia a bag of frozen peas on the forehead, sudden exposure to cold, or dunking your head face first into cold water can help snap you out of it. Triggers for a mammalian dive reflex that actually pauses your heart for a moment and can help it return to a normal rhythm.

 

[micstrachan]

I don’t want to worry any of you, but I have been down and out lately. Much stress, has caused my (Usually high) blood pressure to spike to 198 over 99. It’s been tough on me. That is the reason for my insomnia. I’m going to the doctor today (I won’t be driving) medical transport is picking me up.
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Oh goodness, Alex. Please take care of yourself.

A touch of sad news this morning, I have lost one of my free ranging meat bird fosters, and I haven’t a clue to what. I’m thinking maybe Raccoon, Hawk, or Owl. Good news is it was the cockerel (so he was heading to the freezer anyway). Around 9pm I heard some alarms and Roostie’s Tribe was huddled 50’ from their tractor around Mr Maran’s. The three ranging meat pullets we’re hanging out in the daytime maternity ward Tractor, which I’ve been leaving open for WhiteButt and her 4 chicks to use as additional cover I escorted the girls over to the Chicken Trailer and did my head count noticing that little dude was missing. Closed everyone else in and then DH and I began a search. I will look for further predator signs today in the better light. This is not too bad considering I’m fully free ranging 50 adults, 4 (now 3) 6 week olds, and 4 babies… soon to be more. Roosting will be more heavily supervised tonight.

Awww… Kris, I’m sorry. In the grand scheme of things, it doesn’t sound too bad. But yes, as you know, the predator will return. I’m glad you’re on it. Big hug.

 

[micstrachan]

This is a cool trick, our bodies really are quite amazing. For Arrhythmia and Tachycardia a bag of frozen peas on the forehead, sudden exposure to cold, or dunking your head face first into cold water can help snap you out of it. Triggers for a mammalian dive reflex that actually pauses your heart for a moment and can help it return to a normal rhythm.

VERY helpful, Kris. I’ve had some high BP and bouts of tachycardia myself lately, one of which lasted over half an hour. I need to make an appointment, too.

 

[CrazyChookChookLady]

OUCH! Did you feel the need to burst out with expletives? I would have.

It was instant tears and noise!!