Noah Way Farm
Songster
I have a 4 week old chick who became lame on first her right leg, then her left, to a lesser degree her left, and right along has had a poor appetite, but has been growing normally (in fact is one of the bigger chicks). Her siblings are a very active and robust bunch. I first became concerned about her about a week after I got them at a couple days old, only because her crop never seemed full, but she was active and growing. Three days ago, the mobility issue started - she was reluctant to ride, was unsteady, curled toes on her right foot, crossing over, etc.
I started her on vitamin supplements right away, and she responded very well, and mobility improved in about 12 hours and was normal after 48 hours.
My questions are this - how long do I continue the supplements (poultry cell and a fatty acid supplement loaded with vitamin E), and why was it just this chick?
I have used no less than 4 brands of medicated chick started for this group- I can't imagine they are all deficient, plus they get a vitamin supplement in their water at least twice a week. Again, she has not eaten well right along, but has been eating SO much better since yesterday.
I simply can't find anything that addresses how long to continue additional supplements.
Thanks!
I started her on vitamin supplements right away, and she responded very well, and mobility improved in about 12 hours and was normal after 48 hours.
My questions are this - how long do I continue the supplements (poultry cell and a fatty acid supplement loaded with vitamin E), and why was it just this chick?
I have used no less than 4 brands of medicated chick started for this group- I can't imagine they are all deficient, plus they get a vitamin supplement in their water at least twice a week. Again, she has not eaten well right along, but has been eating SO much better since yesterday.
I simply can't find anything that addresses how long to continue additional supplements.
Thanks!