Chikitz
In the Brooder
One of my ~6wk old chicks opted not to take cover from the rain this afternoon with the rest of her baby flock. I found her cold, wet, neck bent back and convulsing. Thanks to info on these boards I brought her back and she is now warm and dry, chirping and awake.
I'm concerned however that she may end up with another issue because of the incident- respiratory or otherwise.
She is still a little weak in trying to walk, but she can v stand for short periods and walks a bit shaky.... seems to tire easily. Will she get stronger over time- it has only been about an hour. When will it be safe to put her back in with the other chicks in the brooder? Any signs to look out for that she needs additional help? She is almost seeming to get too hot under the great lamp, I'm having to move it farther as she starts to pant. More than anything she just wants to be held and cuddled!
Any advice appreciated. I'm beyond relieved that I was able to revive her, and I just hope she really is out of the woods.
Eta: I have given her water with electrolytes but she is not drinking on her own, only if I hold it to her beak. I added some chick food to the water to get more in her, as she is not yet eating. I did try the scrambled eggs but she will not eat them yet. She did have two bowel movements (spaced out)- is that a good sign??
I'm concerned however that she may end up with another issue because of the incident- respiratory or otherwise.
She is still a little weak in trying to walk, but she can v stand for short periods and walks a bit shaky.... seems to tire easily. Will she get stronger over time- it has only been about an hour. When will it be safe to put her back in with the other chicks in the brooder? Any signs to look out for that she needs additional help? She is almost seeming to get too hot under the great lamp, I'm having to move it farther as she starts to pant. More than anything she just wants to be held and cuddled!
Any advice appreciated. I'm beyond relieved that I was able to revive her, and I just hope she really is out of the woods.
Eta: I have given her water with electrolytes but she is not drinking on her own, only if I hold it to her beak. I added some chick food to the water to get more in her, as she is not yet eating. I did try the scrambled eggs but she will not eat them yet. She did have two bowel movements (spaced out)- is that a good sign??