My intro and a question at the end

[cknight]

Ok I may just be doing this wrong, is there a section on here that helps you identify what breed of chicken you have? I am GUESSING with absolutely no experience that they could be black Orpington chicks. Thanks in advance!

 

[drumstick diva]

YES, post individual pictures of your unknowns at "what breed or gender is this." Please indicate age at time of photo.

 

[cknight]

Aw how sad. I know you are giving her the best of care but, sometimes it's not enough to overcome what every problems she may have been born with.

thank you, I’m trying my hardest!! I finally got her to drink this evening! I wish she could just be with me constantly so I knew she was comfortable and maybe even a little happy. The other three seem to be doing very well! So that gives me some hope too

 

[BeanBoy]

Howdy, welcome to BYC

 

[featherhead007]

The chicks look like Barred rocks, from what I see.

 

[cknight]

View attachment 2137176The chicks look like Barred rocks, from what I see.

thank you!!!! I just posted with more pictures to see what you guys think too

 

[cknight]

View attachment 2137176The chicks look like Barred rocks, from what I see.

omg I just looked up barred rock chicks, they are identical thank you so much

 

[featherhead007]

thank you!!!! I just posted with more pictures to see what you guys think too

Barred rock hens. Very friendly birds!

 

[BullChick]

Welcome!
Do me a favor, and check her bottom. Is there caked on poo? That is pasty butt, and you need to clean it if it’s present. Otherwise, it sounds dire for the chick.
As for her staying with you, she can. Cradle her in a washcloth to keep you clean, and nestle her in your bra. She should be warm enough, and you can get on with your day. Think of it like a baby carrier.

 

[cknight]

Welcome!
Do me a favor, and check her bottom. Is there caked on poo? That is pasty butt, and you need to clean it if it’s present. Otherwise, it sounds dire for the chick.
As for her staying with you, she can. Cradle her in a washcloth to keep you clean, and nestle her in your bra. She should be warm enough, and you can get on with your day. Think of it like a baby carrier.

ok I will do that! Unfortunately she has not pooped at all. Her bottom is clean as a whistle. One of the other chicks had pasty butt but I got that cleaned up. Cher would just dribble water out of her mouth yesterday, no interest in food. Today I was able to get her to drink three times! Maybe tomorrow I can get some food in her. Is there a way to feed her with a syringe or something? I will look too, I just thought of it while typing.