Gapeworm in hens?

[ILoveDaffy]

I noticed a week or two ago that my hens were some times opening their mouths and gasping, occasionally closing their eyes. I would like to know what I should do to find out what is going on.Please let me know if I should buy Flubendasol or not, I don't want to buy something they don't need.

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello and Welcome!!!

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC. How old are your birds, and are you certain it is not panting due to excessive temperatures ?

 

[ILoveDaffy]

Thanks!

 

[MadamPoofyBrow]

, it's great to have you!

 

[The Backyard Bantams]

Is it hot where you are?

It's winter here but my roo has been panting.

 

[ILoveDaffy]

They are a little less than 18 weeks, and occasionally they pant even when cool.

 

[ILoveDaffy]

, it's great to have you!

Thanks! you all are so nice!

 

[ILoveDaffy]

 

[MadamPoofyBrow]

They are a little less than 18 weeks, and occasionally they pant even when cool.

My young ones tend to pant more than the adults, but lot usually when it is cool. I haven't had any experience with gapeworm, but would it be possible for you to post a video? That may help people who have seen it before know if that's what you're dealing with.