Need help 2 chickens dead within a week

[Irene's Dream Homestead]

We had one chicken die we thought possibly from dehydration. Now we don't think that is the problem we have a second chicken dead and are not sure what to do or why. The water appears to be clean they're getting enough food definitely not dehydration need help ASAP

 

[Kiki]

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[Kessel23]

Did they seem sick at all before they died? Do they free range, could they have eaten something out there?

 

[Joeschooks]

Hi. I’m so sorry to hear of your losses but you’ve come to the right place... there’s loads of friendly, knowledgeable members who will be pleased to help. Best of luck

 

[Krcismesia]

are they making any weird noises?

 

[Irene's Dream Homestead]

They both seemed perfectly healthy and no weird noises. They both seemed paralyzed and barely breathing until they finally passed.

 

[Ruralhideaway]

Welcome!

Please do a post here https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/emergencies-diseases-injuries-and-cures.10/
detailing their age, symptoms, any other details. You'll find help there.

Oh and please add your general location to your profile, geography is huge in health issues.

 

[Kiki]

They both seemed perfectly healthy and no weird noises. They both seemed paralyzed and barely breathing until they finally passed.

Read this and see if it sounds like what happened.
The Great Big Giant Marek's Disease FAQ

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

Oh gosh I'm so sorry! Definitely post in our Emergency section. This could anything from Mareks to some sort of poisoning. Are you using a heat lamp on them? If you are, make sure the lamps are not Teflon coated. Teflon kills fast.

I hope your heavy heart heals soon.

 

[drumstick diva]

Did they free range? Maybe a neighbor was using weed killer or putting out poison for rodents and they found some.