MY CHICK HAS BALD SPOTS!!!

[cookie and fuzzball]

well almost two weeks I guess

 

[Abriana]

Looks like she is molting. If the other birds pick at her, they may need more protein. Just put out some dog food for them. If they don’t stop, separating her in a run within the chicken yard should keep her safe and integrated into the flock. Good luck!

 

[cookie and fuzzball]

do they usually molt at two weeks?

 

[HannaKessler]

do they usually molt at two weeks?

They lose all their chick fluff but usually grow feathers first. It may be pulled out by some other chick. This chick is probably going to be the bottom of the pecking order. Don't worry too much unless you see bleeding. Usually with adults you would give them a chicken saddle, could try to make a teenie tiny one.

 

[gimmie birdies]

Also the light colored chicks you will see their bum easier.