Mareks? Something else?

[Rugbygainz]

Good idea, I know this can be tricky. But what you are doing is a great start, as there is not much else to do.

 

[Sassysouth]

Do they feel thinner to you? The not wanting to walk is suspicious based on my recent experience.

 

[ni22]

They have not lost weight yet. And I am tracking their weight.

 

[Sassysouth]

Keep us updated on this thread. If it is Merek’s, there is nothing you can do. I hope they start doing better for you.

 

[Sassysouth]

How are they today?

 

[ni22]

We seperated them and the pullet is still hunched but eating and drinking. But I noticed she has her mouth open often. No abnormal breathing sounds though. No smells or drainage.

The roo--- idk. He is either having intermittent issues or he is faking it? Lol There are times he appears unable to rise from a laying position but then later in the day I see him up walking around? Otherwise he appears normal.

 

[Sassysouth]

Sounds like she is having labored breathing. Maybe something going on internally unless you have the house too warm.

 

[ni22]

Nope the house is about 70. I think I'm going to get some tylan and try that.

 

[ni22]

So we lost the pullet. I still am not sure what was wrong. I suspect the rooster was suffering from a vitamin deficiency because he has returned completely to normal after a few days of polyvisol and selenium. We have one other pullet that has been living with them and she has exhibited no symptoms. I'm glad it appears to be over for now. Thank you all for your help!

 

[Sassysouth]

I am sorry about your loss, but thankful the others are doing well.