One of my Young Hens having breathing problems

[Peppersmom58]

Have a young Hen that is panting when she breathes was fine this morning. Went out to collect eggs and found her ill. She is kept in a coop and no other animals have done her any harm. The 4 other Hens that are with her are fine and I can see nothing physically wrong with her. I am a Newbie at this and Love my chickens and I am concerned for her. Any Ideas?

 

[Elite Silkies]

Is she of laying age? Have you checked to see if she is egg bound? Panting could be a sign of distress as I am sure she is hot this time of the year.

 

[Peppersmom58]

Yes she is laying. I live in Missouri and it is cold here so I sure she is not hot. She has been laying but did not get an egg from her today.

 

[Peppersmom58]

I do not know how to check if she is Egg bound?