KelseyCochin
Chirping
Earlier this evening, I checked on my babies as always. I immediately noticed my gorgeous frizzle was barely moving. I thoroughly inspected her. I brought her inside to dropper-feed her electrolyte-infused water (made just for chickens).
She is eating and drinking, but she’s quite unsteady on her feet, and her eyes appear protruberant. She is about six months old, and has been vibrant and healthy until today. I found no signs of injury or anything out of the ordinary besides what I described above.
She is currently in a “brooder” (for lack of a better term) in my house so I can check on her throughout the night. I am terribly upset that this has happened, especially after such a lovely Valentine’s Day.
She is listless and completely unlike herself. Any advice is much-appreciated. Unfortunately, I cannot afford a vet trip, as a number of circumstances have rendered my finances unusually tight of late. Please do not lambast me for owning birds whilst being unable to afford vet trips. Typically I am able to do just that, but several events have made that impossible for the time being, and I’m already beating myself up for my inability to have her seen by a medical professional.
I am utterly baffled as to what would cause such a sudden onset. Plus she is the only bird affected. My birds are in a large enclosure (completely predator-proof, as much as anything can be). They have two very nice coops, perches, fresh water, high-quality food, and a wonderful, loving flock. Not to mention the unwavering attention of their adoring humans, of which they take full advantage.
Prayers, positive thoughts, etc would be very kind. Thank you all! View attachment 1265405 View attachment 1265405 View attachment 1265405
She is eating and drinking, but she’s quite unsteady on her feet, and her eyes appear protruberant. She is about six months old, and has been vibrant and healthy until today. I found no signs of injury or anything out of the ordinary besides what I described above.
She is currently in a “brooder” (for lack of a better term) in my house so I can check on her throughout the night. I am terribly upset that this has happened, especially after such a lovely Valentine’s Day.
She is listless and completely unlike herself. Any advice is much-appreciated. Unfortunately, I cannot afford a vet trip, as a number of circumstances have rendered my finances unusually tight of late. Please do not lambast me for owning birds whilst being unable to afford vet trips. Typically I am able to do just that, but several events have made that impossible for the time being, and I’m already beating myself up for my inability to have her seen by a medical professional.
I am utterly baffled as to what would cause such a sudden onset. Plus she is the only bird affected. My birds are in a large enclosure (completely predator-proof, as much as anything can be). They have two very nice coops, perches, fresh water, high-quality food, and a wonderful, loving flock. Not to mention the unwavering attention of their adoring humans, of which they take full advantage.
Prayers, positive thoughts, etc would be very kind. Thank you all! View attachment 1265405 View attachment 1265405 View attachment 1265405
