Only one survived

[Ryverchicks]

Hello, I had a perfect little flock and my friends dog got out. They were sleeping and the dog got into the coop…only one survived but she has a broken wing. Do I put her out of her misery of loosing everyone she knows or do I try to get her better…


Update: she is doing better, I have wrapped her wing with slight modifications to all the amazing advice and tutorials sent my way. She seems in better spirits a little. She is drinking water with electrolytes and some baby aspirin crushed and diluted. She’s moving in a small two step semi circle but still hasn’t eaten. The baby chicks have said their hello and she eyed them but made tiny cluck noises like a small guck guck( sing it ha). Trying to get her to eat. She’s looking at it and pecks once but decided it’s a no. I really want to thank you all so much for your support and help. I’m new to this and to have this community has stopped me from crying most of the day away. Y’all are saints. Thank you again to everyone

 

[cavemanrich]

Try to help her along with that broken wing. She will be just fine when it heals.
Make sure the dog does not get access to your future flock of chickens.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Ask anything you are not sure of. There is a whole community here to help with answers, and suggestions.


WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to explore and hang out. Sounds like you have had a terrible time there.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! I'm so sorry about your flock. I hope your remaining bird recovers quickly

 

[DobieLover]

I would try to help her. While her wing is healing I'd predator proof the coop and run then get some started pullets or at least a retired layer and start her on quarantine so that by the time that's over your lone girl will be healed enough for integration with her new friend(s) in a secure home. Good luck with everything.

 

[McChooky]

Hello, I had a perfect little flock and my friends dog got out. They were sleeping and the dog got into the coop…only one survived but she has a broken wing. Do I put her out of her misery of loosing everyone she knows or do I try to get her better…

She should be kept in a warm place inside if you can since the stress of an attack can cause them to go into shock.Her injury doesn't sound too serious but you should inspect her close for other injuries.As long as she's eating and drinking she should make a quick recovery.

 

[Debbie292d]

Hiya, and welcome to BYC! But sorry it's under such sad circumstances. Very sorry for your losses.

1/2" hardware cloth is a necessity to keep predators away from our poultry. I would post pictures of your setup in this forum and folks will help give you ideas. https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/coop-run-design-construction-maintenance.9/

We're glad you're here!

 

[muddy75]

I hope your chicken recovers soon!

 

[Bsmac]

Hello! Welcome to BYC! Very sorry about your flock... Some great advice has been given regarding your birds wing and predator proofing. I agree with @DobieLover She needs a friend or numerous friends! Best of luck!

 

[N F C]

Sorry about your flock. I agree with @DobieLover about the care of your lone survivor. Best wishes in rebuilding your flock and a secure coop/run.