Guinea Hen with diarrhea and soiled vent

[Grojo111]

Hi,
We have two Guinea Hens and for a couple of days one has been having watery poop and her vent feathers are badly soiled.
Her appetite is down, although it's a bit better today, and we cannot handle her to clean her up or check her physically to see if she might be egg bound, or have crop issues. I have not seen her straining in any way, but she does lay an egg infrequently, and hasn't in a few days. She also appeared to be poking her abdomen with her beak several times yesterday. I guess I am just hoping for any advice, as we don't have the option of taking her anywhere. I have added ACV to their water and probiotics as well. Also trying to feed easily digestible food like cooked peas and green beans, and apple. Any thoughts would be appreciated. I hate feeling helpless and don't want to lose her.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Her appetite is down, although it's a bit better today, and we cannot handle her to clean her up or check her physically to see if she might be egg bound, or have crop issues.

Welcome To BYC

Wait until she's roosting so you can get a hold of her and inspect her more closely. Go after dark, get her from the roost, swaddle her lightly in a towel capturing the wings, then you can control her, inspect and treat if necessary.

 

[Grojo111]

Welcome To BYC

Wait until she's roosting so you can get a hold of her and inspect her more closely. Go after dark, get her from the roost, swaddle her lightly in a towel capturing the wings, then you can control her, inspect and treat if necessary.

Thank you for the help. I can try, but usually when I go in they both fly down from the roost. I've also read that their legs can be broken if not handled carefully, but I sure would like to get a hold of her.