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Light Orange Comb in 4 yr old rooster

Discussion in 'Emergencies / Diseases / Injuries and Cures' started by Horsepower, Jul 17, 2011.

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  1. Jul 17, 2011 #1
    Horsepower

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    I have a 4 yr old Rhode Island Red rooster. His comb has gone from a bright red to a very light orange. What should I do. He has no other symptoms of anything and is acting as normal. Help?[​IMG]
     
  3. Jul 17, 2011 #2
    froggiesheins

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    How hot is it by you? Excessive heat might do that. Molting could also be a cause. Get Mr. Roo cooled down [if that be the case] and see what happens. Give electrolytes / protien / yogurt to help jump start the system.
     
  5. Jul 17, 2011 #3
    Horsepower

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    It gets around in the high 80's 90 ish.
     
  7. Jul 17, 2011 #4
    chkn

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    He probably needs to be wormed and deloused.
     
  9. Jul 17, 2011 #5
    chicken farmer 1997

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    put a pan of water for him to stand in.
     

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