- Jan 10, 2014
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I am very new at keeping chickens, having only acquired a small flock of 8 ladies 3 weeks ago. They are older birds leghorns and reds. Things have been great until 2 or 3 days ago, when I noticed a red with a very dirty backside, she was also lethargic with very runny poo . After reading lots of information on your site, I have isolated her, given her yogurt, probiotics and a bath! Your site is great source of information. Her backside did not appear red or inflamed and I could not find any mites etc. Not sure what to do next, is it safe to bath her regularly? The girls have layer pellets, some seeds (prepared) and lots of kitchen scaps. As we have an accommodation cottage, we thought having chickens would be great for families and their children to experience hens and egg collection, however, I am not sure whether the girls had been fed by guests and if so, what they have had. Could this have caused the problem? Thanks for all the help so far. I would love more advice. Sue