North Carolina

[Matt A NC]

I finally got my baby chicks. They were in transit for about two days as I got them through the mail. All of the chicks are very happy and healthy except for one. When we opened the box we saw that she does not stand, eyes were not open, her breathing was labored and the other chicks were pecking at her. We immediately set up a separate box, a heat bulb to maintain her at 95 degrees, and made sure she took a few drinks of water and tried to get her to eat something -- but wouldn't take anything. Eventually she had a couple of gulps of yogurt. She has not moved around at all under her own power.

I know this isn't much to go on, but is there any general care? I'm going to get some electrolytes in her but other than that, am not sure what it might be. All your suggestions are appreciated!

Sounds like you have done all you can. Sorry, but I would not expect it to make it. Once they go down in the shipping boxes they get stomped alot and that can do terminal internal damage.

Matt

 

[moomoodiddy]

Sounds like you have done all you can.  Sorry, but I would not expect it to make it.  Once they go down in the shipping boxes they get stomped alot and that can do terminal internal damage.

Matt

x2 and most hatcheries will eother give u store credit or a replacement if anything happens ..srry sometimes theres nothin else u can do

 

[CJJenkins]

Oh Meredith, I'm so very sorry. I know all of us are regretting how poorly words can say what we want to right now. Know that you've got lots of mental hugs from us headed your way.

What she said!

 

[moomoodiddy]

hey yall does anybody on her go to the new salem or jefferson sc small animals auction sale?

 

[ramirezframing]

sorry to hear that Wild, take plenty of time and rest and re-coop, we'll be here when you need us

 

[chicken dad]

Wild, so very sorry to hear that. Like everyone else on here, prayers are with you. Rest up, you've had a very stressful time lately.

 

[CountryHens2012]

I read your news this afternoon. I hope you got to go home, that is if they thought you were ready to. Thinking about you and sending ((( HUGS ))) your way. Take care of yourself !

Phyllis G.

 

[tick22]

sorry to hear the news, Wild. Love and prayers for you.....

 

[Matt A NC]

On a lighter side:

Matt

 

[MaryRuthLangdon]

OOO NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

SO SO SORRY.

X3
I am so sorry, Wild.
There's not much anyone can say to help you feel any better... I know exactly how you feel, as I miscarried my first child.
But God blessed me with 2 children after that.
Just know we are here for you... anytime you need to unload or just chat.