Lethargic buff Orpington

[sammieannetha]

Hi there,

New chicken owner here. I have 4 female buff orpingtons that are about 9-10weeks old. Yesterday I opened the coop to let them roam and about two hours later I noticed one had not left yet. When I went to go assist her she didn't put up even the slightest struggle and wouldn't walk once on the ground. Her head is tucked in and she is sitting almost like a blob on the ground. When she is around the rest of the flock they try to beat her up so she is currently in the house in a small pen with food and water. She is still going to the bathroom but it's more green then normal. I'm not sure if anyone has experienced this before and could give me any tips. Anything would be greatly appreciated. I can't help but feel awful and afraid that she is suffering. Thank you.

 

[seminolewind]

Since she is 9-10 weeks old, the most common ailment would be cocci. And you should get Corid or Sulfadimethoxine asap. Make sure you dribble some in her mouth right away so the medicine starts to work.