Need help preventing potential cannibalism

[Brightbird]

I’m going to go pick up a couple chicks for this little chick tomorrow, as he was the only chick that hatched and had to be removed from the flock. It’s been about two days that they’ve been inside alone and seems to be less happy, so we are going to get the new chicks to give him company.

Im worried that the chicks will peck at his old wound that the mother gave him. I keep hearing that blu-kote is making people’s chickens more likely to peck rather than less, despite it being very recommended. I’m a bit scared to try blu-kote because of this, I don’t want to separate the chick from his potential new friends, since they’re becoming less willing to explore their container. They only get up to eat, sleep, and poop, which is very different behavior from when I first brought them in. They’re healthy, just lonely, and when I show the chick videos of other chicks they get happy and energetic again, so I want them to be able to be around the new chicks. Is there some way I could cover the wound with some fabric instead, or would that attract more pecking? I’ll still try blu-kote since there are many more stories of success, but I’d like to know if there are any other ways to protect the chick without isolating it entirely in case the worst case scenario happens.

 

[Tonyroo]

First off, apply first aid to the chicks. Use a layer of neosporin on the wound.

 

[Brightbird]

First off, apply first aid to the chicks. Use a layer of neosporin on the wound.

Neosporin for people? Any particular amount or just enough to cover it?

 

[Tonyroo]

There's only one kind. Use a cotton swab, place a ball of neosporin on the tip of the swab lightly apply on the wound to create a layer of it.

 

[Saveria]

I haven't seen birds, especially chicks, pick at something that wasn't bright red or actively bleeding. Cannibalism also takes an up turn when there isn't enough food, space, or stimulation (which equates to space with chicks, but having shavings to dig in helps), so make sure those are taken care of.

I have used peck-no-more, and goldenseal salve (herbal neosporin). Both worked (I think the latter a little better), but it needs to be frequently reapplied. I think you just need to watch closely and often. A scab may or may not be an issue, it depends on the setup and your new chicks personality.

 

[Brightbird]

There's only one kind. Use a cotton swab, place a ball of neosporin on the tip of the swab lightly apply on the wound to create a layer of it.

I looked all around and I don’t have any neosporin, but I do have this.
I assume the neosporin is to prevent infections, if that’s the case then would this work or does it have to be neosporin?

I haven't seen birds, especially chicks, pick at something that wasn't bright red or actively bleeding. Cannibalism also takes an up turn when there isn't enough food, space, or stimulation (which equates to space with chicks, but having shavings to dig in helps), so make sure those are taken care of.

I have used peck-no-more, and goldenseal salve (herbal neosporin). Both worked (I think the latter a little better), but it needs to be frequently reapplied. I think you just need to watch closely and often. A scab may or may not be an issue, it depends on the setup and your new chicks personality.

That’s good to know. Currently my biggest concern is if I’m able to get enough space for all three of them. Right now the chick’s area is this:

I feel like it’s small even for just one chick but it’s the best we had on short notice at the time. Our bedding was filled with mites when I went to go look at it so I put down a towel instead for now. Luckily the chick never came into contact with that bedding or any mites. I’ve got an entire list of things I’m going to be searching for tomorrow other than the newcomers. That being a heating plate like ecoglow or other brands so we’ll have a safer heat source than a heat lamp, and hopefully a bigger space for the chicks, preferably with a lid or ceiling since the chick is already trying to jump out.

I also spoke to my dad and he pointed out that if nothing else works we could put a barrier between the chicks so they could see and hear each other but not harm each other.

 

[Vickischics]

I looked all around and I don’t have any neosporin, but I do have this.View attachment 3199823
I assume the neosporin is to prevent infections, if that’s the case then would this work or does it have to be neosporin?

That’s good to know. Currently my biggest concern is if I’m able to get enough space for all three of them. Right now the chick’s area is this:
View attachment 3199835
I feel like it’s small even for just one chick but it’s the best we had on short notice at the time. Our bedding was filled with mites when I went to go look at it so I put down a towel instead for now. Luckily the chick never came into contact with that bedding or any mites. I’ve got an entire list of things I’m going to be searching for tomorrow other than the newcomers. That being a heating plate like ecoglow or other brands so we’ll have a safer heat source than a heat lamp, and hopefully a bigger space for the chicks, preferably with a lid or ceiling since the chick is already trying to jump out.

I also spoke to my dad and he pointed out that if nothing else works we could put a barrier between the chicks so they could see and hear each other but not harm each other.

No!!!! do not use!! The Triple antibiotic or neosporin must be PLAIN.
You have plus pain relief. These products that include PAIN RELIEF are TOXIC to chickens. They are not toxic to human but, Toxic to chickens.
If you've used it, remove and wash the area off asap.

 

[Vickischics]

What is your state location?
Re: Be careful with using a lid to contain your chicks. It will get too hot. Provide warmth but, also give them an area to cool down.

 

[Brightbird]

No!!!! do not use!! The Triple antibiotic or neosporin must be PLAIN.
You have plus pain relief. These products that include PAIN RELIEF are TOXIC to chickens. They are not toxic to human but, Toxic to chickens.
If you've used it, remove and wash the area off asap.

Luckily I hadn’t used it and was waiting for confirmation before I did anything. That’s very good to know.

What is your state location?
Re: Be careful with using a lid to contain your chicks. It will get too hot. Provide warmth but, also give them an area to cool down.

I’m in Missouri, almost in the middle of it.