My chick is acting weird

[murphynhazel12]

One of my chicks are acting some what lethargic and different than normal. She is not participating in all the "chick activities" that all the others are doing. We feed them medicated feed, so it shouldn't be coccidiosis. Do you think she is sick, or am i overreacting? Could it be I am feeding them too many treats?

 

[chickenlittle21]

Are you giving them grit?

 

[murphynhazel12]

Are you giving them grit?

Yes, I have given them grit, but do you think i should give them more? I put some in their food, instead of having a separate bowl for it.

 

[chickenlittle21]

Try adding electrolytes to their water and give them grit in a separate container, not mixed with their food

 

[murphynhazel12]

Try adding electrolytes to their water and give them grit in a separate container, not mixed with their food

Ok, but they are older chicks, 7-8 weeks old.

 

[chickenlittle21]

Ok, but they are older chicks, 7-8 weeks old.

You can give electrolytes to all ages

 

[Ryguy3684]

You can give electrolytes to all ages

I will even give my adult hens electrolytes during a heat wave. One waterer with plain water should be available as well.

 

[Meredith Brouillette]

Definitely give electrolytes and keep them hydrated. Is he in good shape? Do you see him eating?

 

[murphynhazel12]

Definitely give electrolytes and keep them hydrated. Is he in good shape? Do you see him eating?

She looks slightly better today. I do see her eating.