edenking48
In the Brooder
- Feb 15, 2022
- 7
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We are experiencing a bit of an issue in our coop. Not sure if it’s the wet weather we’ve had, new chicks being introduced (they were quarantined for a week with no issues), or something wild birds brought in.
One hen died pretty much out of no where. The next day I noticed a hen sounded like gurgling when breathing and would cough. I separated her and was able to get her in to the vet. They gave doxycycline. That kicked what ever it was. Now a week later another hen is showing the same symptoms. What can I do? Idk if I can afford $75+ a head for my whole flock to get checked out. The vet I deal with isn’t very knowledgeable about chickens and said she will not give meds for chickens she hasn’t seen.
Anything over the counter I can get to treat everyone without building resistance to antibiotics???
Also, anyone know a withdrawal period for eggs after doxycycline?
One hen died pretty much out of no where. The next day I noticed a hen sounded like gurgling when breathing and would cough. I separated her and was able to get her in to the vet. They gave doxycycline. That kicked what ever it was. Now a week later another hen is showing the same symptoms. What can I do? Idk if I can afford $75+ a head for my whole flock to get checked out. The vet I deal with isn’t very knowledgeable about chickens and said she will not give meds for chickens she hasn’t seen.
Anything over the counter I can get to treat everyone without building resistance to antibiotics???
Also, anyone know a withdrawal period for eggs after doxycycline?