Leting a sick chick outside?

[SkyRedWing]

Hi everyone, This is my first time raising chicks, and I have 11 Buff Orpingtons that are almost a month old. A lot of their feathers have grown in and I have been thinking of letting them out into the coop in a week or so but one of the chicks isn't doing so well. About a week ago she became extremely ill with what we think was coccidiosis and almost died but she managed to beat it. She is now severely stunted and barley has any feathers at 3.5 weeks old! She is doing much better but still seems a little weak and she cannot open one of her eyes. Anyways, I am worried about putting her outside with all the others when she is so behind on feather growth but I am also worried that the others will pick on her if I keep her inside for a few more weeks and reintroduce her when she is fully recovered. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

also I am worried about her eye, anyone have any ideas as to what might be wrong with it?

Thanks!

 

[000]

I would defiantly keep her inside, with a heat lamp, and separated from the others. I am sorry, but i can not help you with the eye. Good luck.

 

[SkyRedWing]

Yes, you're probably right! I think I will do that and hope that the others reaccept her later.
She actually opened her eye just a little today so hopefully she will regain the use of it as time goes on. idk

Thank you so much for ur input!

 

[snow5164]

You could place her in a dog/ cat kennel with the others for a bit so they can " talk" and she doesn't have to be alone. Our one with pasty butt was very happy to be with the others but also safe from their curious pecks( on her butt!!)
Also they accepted her back in after being apart with no problem

 

[SkyRedWing]

Hey, sorry I never replied, but I wanted to let you guys know that the little chick has completely recovered and is now fully feathered out and happy as can be!

Thank you so much for all of your helpful advice