Marek's incubation

[downsm75]

I only quarantined her because I was afraid she'd be hurt by her flockmates. She has been doing nothing but sleeping for the most part

 

[downsm75]

She's showing improvement

 

[leadwolf1]

That's good news! I hope she continues to improve for you

 

[downsm75]

Me too. She's actually looking bright eyed and moving much better. She seems to have grown VERY attached to us. Last night she was opening her beak real wide constantly, so I have her some olive oil.

 

[downsm75]

She's worse all the sudden

 

[seminolewind]

"If" it's Marek's there are no solid rules to what it does. And an acute Marek's can kill them or give them symptoms that go away for a while and come back. I would suggest a necropsy for her-to help your other chickens. What I have done in the past is have a "perishable" styrofoam cooler and box and ice pack available. And the form to fill out. So it will be easier since you have everything available.

 

[downsm75]

She is on her way now. She passed away this afternoon. I have a second chicken with symptoms now. Can ducks get this?

 

[theacw]

Just wanted to say sorry about your girl And I wish you lots of luck!

 

[leadwolf1]

If it is Marek's, no ducks cannot get it. My friend researched this very well before she would come over and help me vaccinate my flock.

 

[downsm75]

Can I vaccinate my flock? If so, can I save rhe sick guy, or is it too late????