Help: rooster is wheezing and struggling to breathe after fight

[kmburke1125]

The heat in our area was extremely high and tempers were flaring between our two roosters (who normally get along).

Upon breaking it up the fight we could see Yergen (in the video) was wheezing and breathing very hard. We thought at first it could be a lodged feather in his throat, but know I am wondering if it could be swelling in his trachea. There are no signs of swelling on the outside of his body. I cannot see any obstructions in his throat.

He is not eating or drinking so I syringing a mixture of a few drops of olive oil, water, honey, and vitamins. I purchased some Tylan 50 as to it is the ONLY antibiotic available in our area. I will try to give him his first injection soon. He is separated from the others.

 

[BelovedBirds]

The heat in our area was extremely high and tempers were flaring between our two roosters (who normally get along).

Upon breaking it up the fight we could see Yergen (in the video) was wheezing and breathing very hard. We thought at first it could be a lodged feather in his throat, but know I am wondering if it could be swelling in his trachea. There are no signs of swelling on the outside of his body. I cannot see any obstructions in his throat.

He is not eating or drinking so I syringing a mixture of a few drops of olive oil, water, honey, and vitamins. I purchased some Tylan 50 as to it is the ONLY antibiotic available in our area. I will try to give him his first injection soon. He is separated from the others.

the video doesnt work for me- I see its been a couple hours- is he drinking anything at all? Is his breathing any calmer? How old is he?
I dont actually keep chickens, but these folks may be able to advise or possibly know someone who can help.
@casportpony @Isadora

 

[kmburke1125]

Update: The rooster has succumb to his injuries. We are thinking he had a collapsed, or punctured lung or air sac.

The video should work now, as I changed the preferences.

 

[EggSighted4Life]

Update: The rooster has succumb to his injuries. We are thinking he had a collapsed, or punctured lung or air sac.

How old were your boys?

All of my roosters breathe heavy and wheeze after a good fight, none have succumbed thus far to injuries OR continued the wheezing after they caught their breath. Nor have any been treated with antibiotics. Giving an already stressed bird useless injections just stresses them more.

It can take several hours before a bird starts eating or drinking. When in shock things may not be moving and they certainly aren't thinking right. There must have been SOME internal injury.. but I question if the other rooster sensed some weakness and that's what started the fight? I don't give this theory much creed, but mention it since that is one way flocks keep strong.

Sorry for your loss and experience.