Injured? Sick? I’m so afraid of losing her :(

[ValerieLovesChickens]

What kind of drench are you speaking of? How exactly would it go directly into the bloodstream via the mouth?

ETA: Nutri-drench. We posted at the same time.

Here is info from the company that makes the drench, and they state it goes into the bloodstream within minutes.
http://nutridrench.com/poultry-nutri-drench/

 

[ValerieLovesChickens]

That’s exactly why I’m so concerned. If she was just tired and not moving a lot but was still eating or at least drinking and pooing. Then I wouldn’t be as worried. :/

Yes, same here.... it honestly does not sound good for her at this point. Especially if she won't even swallow, and didn't respond even a little to the drench. Did you try to give it every 8 hours?

 

[ValerieLovesChickens]

We’ve tried syringe feeding and squirting tiny drops of water I. Her mouth. She doesn’t really respond and it just drips out. Her crop feels empty, and yes while she’s been inside she’s gotten grit as well as had access to oyster if she wanted it. I tried drench yesterday because I was worried but absolutely nothing. I personally can’t see myself culling her. I’ve never done it. If my grandmother was here she’d be able to show me. But honestly I can be told how to do it, watch videos on different ways and everything but I still don’t think I’d be able to do it. I’d make a lousy farmer. I’m just too attached to her. The only vet around that sees livestock is out until Monday. I have plans to take her in then if she’s still with us.

Are there any private meat processors in your area, that like do deer, boar, wild turkey, etc.. Maybe one of them could help you out, if you are ready. Sounds like it would be easier on you, if they did it, then you could bury her if that's allowed where you live.

 

[Painted Calls]

I'm sure that it does. What I'm saying is that 3 drops of Nutri-drench alone will not keep anything alive. It is a combination of vitamins and minerals. Not nutrition or water.

@Ashrhod710, maybe it would be best to contact neighbors or other family members that may feel comfortable with culling. In my opinion, it is cruel to make her go 4 days without food or water. If she cannot or will not eat and drink, you should seriously consider tube feeding or culling.

Tube feeding is not nearly as scary, or hard, as many believe it to be. My only fear is that at this point she is too far gone.

 

[ValerieLovesChickens]

I'm sure that it does. What I'm saying is that 3 drops of Nutri-drench alone will not keep anything alive. It is a combination of vitamins and minerals. Not nutrition or water.

@Ashrhod710, maybe it would be best to contact neighbors or other family members that may feel comfortable with culling. In my opinion, it is cruel to make her go 4 days without food or water. If she cannot or will not eat and drink, you should seriously consider tube feeding or culling.

Tube feeding is not nearly as scary, or hard, as many believe it to be. My only fear is that at this point she is too far gone.

I agree with you completely, it will not keep her alive, she needs food and water. The Drench is to kick start the immune system and increase appetite, while providing an initial dose of nutrition, then every 8 hours as needed to assist the bodies recovery.

 

[Ashrhod710]

Are there any private meat processors in your area, that like do deer, boar, wild turkey, etc.. Maybe one of them could help you out, if you are ready. Sounds like it would be easier on you, if they did it, then you could bury her if that's allowed where you live.

There’s one in town but they may not be able to since it’s where they process food and we don’t know if she’s sick or what’s causing this exactly. The neighbor on the other side of the trees has chickens, (their rooster and my rooster spend about an hour at 7 pm on the dot every night crowing back and forth....) I may go ask them if they can help me. I grew up on a farm but never had to do any of that. My grandmother did it but they were are dinner at that point. And as for burning her..... that’s easy. We already have a spot at the back of our property.... currently there are two guineas, a Cardinal, and a rooster that got taken down by a snake buried back there. We’re on a couple acres outside of the city limits so there’s not a lot we can’t do.

 

[Weeg]

You need to tube feed her, otherwise she will pass. if you are not comfortable with tube feeding you need to find someone who is okay with culling her for you. You can start a conversation with @casportpony or @Isaac 0 about the supplies and ways to tube feed since they aren't responding very quickly here. But the advice given by these members is great, I would follow there advice and do your best. I would seriously research tube feeding though, it will be a lot easier to do than culling her, but even that might not revive her if she is too far gone. If you think she has a chance then go to tube feeding, if you believe she is to far gone then talk to your neighbors, we will respect either decision you make, so sorry you are in such a though position. *Big huge hugs* Avery

 

[ValerieLovesChickens]

There’s one in town but they may not be able to since it’s where they process food and we don’t know if she’s sick or what’s causing this exactly. The neighbor on the other side of the trees has chickens, (their rooster and my rooster spend about an hour at 7 pm on the dot every night crowing back and forth....) I may go ask them if they can help me. I grew up on a farm but never had to do any of that. My grandmother did it but they were are dinner at that point. And as for burning her..... that’s easy. We already have a spot at the back of our property.... currently there are two guineas, a Cardinal, and a rooster that got taken down by a snake buried back there. We’re on a couple acres outside of the city limits so there’s not a lot we can’t do.

True, you cant take a possibly sick chicken to the meat processor, but they may be willing to come help you out, or have a place nearby to take her to. Hopefully your neighbor can help you figure out what to do, and so forth. I feel so badly for you, if I were there I would help you with whatever you wanted or needed to do. It's so hard when an animal you love and care about, and have put your time and heart into gets this sick or hurts. Stay strong, try to keep your chin up, know that you have our support. Keep us informed, we are here for you.

 

[Painted Calls]

 

[Isaac 0]

I only read some snip-bits of the thread, but if you want to tube feed her you'll need a large syringe (60ml), some Parrot Baby feeding formula, or high protein game starter (won't run through the tube as easily, but will work), a gram scale to weigh her on, and finally some tubing. The tubing will probably be the hardest thing to get, In an ideal world you use a catheter, so you might find that at a medical store. If you're unable to find catheters, you can go to your nearest pet store and get some aquarium tubing, it's more rigid and harder to work with, but it will do the job, however, prior to using it, it's important the tip be melted until smooth using a lighter.

Feeding tubes are available via several sites online including Amazon, but take into consideration shipping, etc. It may be a while until you actually receive it.

There are the case's where you shouldn't tube-feed a sick bird, so you should read the following links,

https://www.backyardchickens.com/posts/22897426/
https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...ng-guide-pictures-under-construction.1064392/

Here are links to what all you'll need,

https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/kaytee-bird-exact-handfeeding
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/producers-pride-60cc-syringe-with-catheter-tip
https://www.amazon.com/1byone-Digital-Kitchen-Precise-Multifunction/dp/B018LXSPEA/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&qid=1598609792&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_browse-bin:5943604011&s=kitchen&sr=1-4
https://www.squirrelsandmore.com/products/feeding-tubes-and-catheters-red-rubber

Just to clarify, you don't immediately tube feed a sick bird, you'll start off by rehydrating them with Gatorade, or Pedialyte, then once hydrated tube-feed.