lethargic chick, no other symptoms- lost brother yesterday

[hollyk]

I have a 6 weeks Mille Fluer that has no other symptoms. She just sits and sleeps and is declining. Lost one yesterday with the same symptoms.
No blood in poop
No breathing problems
Bought them locally week and half ago.
Has been eating and drinking.
Any ideas?
Thanks
Holly

 

[chickensioux]

Try giving the baby some electrolytes in their water. Gatorade will do. Sugar also will help. Yogurt is a good treat. Keep him warm and make sure they get plenty of water and keep eating. Offering treats like yogurt sometimes gives them the boost they need. Anybody else?

 

[chickensioux]

Oh yeah, try scrambling an egg for him as well....

 

[LynneP]

I agree. Meanwhile watch the droppings, and check thoroughly for external parasites too. If you can, call the previous owner and see if any other birds are sick also, and if so, what is wrong with them. A little extra heat might benefit this bird, too.