Most eager hen suddenly not eating? HELP

[aenea_flower]

Hi!

I’ve got an almost 2 year old hen who’s usually our most eager and voracious about food now refusing food she’s only eaten a few bites a day and it’s just so different from her usual behaviour.

Her crop wasn’t emptying out for a few days but I think it’s a little better now. She hasn’t been laying for a while and she’s also currently moulting. Are these related in any way?

I’ve also noticed that she’s had some weird looking poo, and sometimes just straight up has difficulty doing it. I’ve attached a photo!

Please help, I’m very concerned for her and I’ve tried all that I can, like massaging her crop and giving her apple cider vinegar in her food and water. She’s getting lighter nowadays and is much sleepier when the night comes around, although otherwise she still acts like normal, just without the voracious appetite!

Thank you so much for any help! I’d be very grateful

 

[IvysAnimals]

She could be sick, egg bound, lack of vitamins / nutrients or something... I can't give you an exact diagnosis since I'm better with ducks and geese, however, I'll comment to boost post!