Back on February 27th, I received an order of baby chicks from Meyer Hatchery. A couple each of Buff Brahmas, Salmon Faverolles, Welsummers, Buckeyes, Black Copper Marans, and Barnevelders. They've been doing very well up until this week, when I noticed one of them is not standing up, but 'wobbling' around on its hocks. If I pick it up, it seems like its equilibrium is off, and it can't sit on my hand very well. It's still eating and drinking, but it's getting run all over by the rest (I was going to separate it this evening when I get home).
Could it be Marek's? If so, would it only affect the one bird? I've not put them outside yet with my flock. Now I'm super worried. I didn't have them vaccinated before they were shipped - I didn't really see the need; my flock all came from Mt Healthy a year ago.
Could it be Marek's? If so, would it only affect the one bird? I've not put them outside yet with my flock. Now I'm super worried. I didn't have them vaccinated before they were shipped - I didn't really see the need; my flock all came from Mt Healthy a year ago.