Loose, Smelly Chick Stools

[TJKeller]

Hello -

I have new baby chicks which have only been home with me for 2 days, guessing they are only about 4 or 5 days old, 2 Rhode Island Reds, a Wyandotte, an Australorp and an Ameracuna. I am feeding them Manna Pro Medicated Chick Starter and a few of them are getting loose, smelly stools. Should I be concerned?

Thank you!

 

[thecrumbler]

Loose stool in chicks is usually stress. They've been through a lot! As long as they're perky, eating and drinking it should clear up on it's own in a few days. Welcome to the forums!

 

[TJKeller]

@thecrumbler

Thank you so much for your response! They are definitely perky and eating and drinking. I'll look for it to clear.
Sincere appreciation,
TJ

 

[thecrumbler]

Sure thing! Just keep an eye on those fluffy butts in case they get pasty bums (common chick problem, very easy to fix with a little soak) and have fun with those babies

 

[Book Em Danno25]

Welcome to BYC!!

Glad you joined the flock. If you have any questions, feel free to ask around.

Turkenstein25

 

[nj2wv]

welcome to BYC !!

 

[TJKeller]

Thanks all!

@thecrumbler I did give a fluffy, crusty butt bath to one of them. She seemed to fare well and definitely happier being cleaned up. Don't blame her!

Thanks again!