First of all I would not put a bird down unless it was suffering. If the Vet agrees she is not ready to go then WAIT. If it is or might be Mareks you could try some strong herbal treatments. They may not work, but them again they could help. I currently have a Lav Orpington with suspected Mareks. Per Dr Peter Brown, I am giving her Cucumin potentiated with bioperine and Vitamin C- he recommends 1000 mg X 4 times per day. Administer by pushing the capsule down the throat like a dog or cat. It seems strange, but the caplets go right down. If it is Mareks you have nothing to lose. Give her some time and keep her separate from the other birds. Cucumin is a turmeric derivative, which is a very strong anti-viral.
Regarding putting down a Chicken, I personally would only take to a Vet and have them humanely euthanized. My Vet does this by injection in the leg.
Good luck... As long as she is still bright and eating/drinking I would give her time...some beat the Mareks.
Regarding putting down a Chicken, I personally would only take to a Vet and have them humanely euthanized. My Vet does this by injection in the leg.
Good luck... As long as she is still bright and eating/drinking I would give her time...some beat the Mareks.