Pasty butt? Maybe...?

[AnimalGeek23]

Hi
Got a new flock of seven buff orpington chicks today! It’s been very smooth. They’re sleeping right now, and I’m not completely sure if this is pasty butt or not. They’re only a day old and have been handled roughly, so I’m trying to handle them as less as possible. Can you guys take look at this? Thanks for the help!

 

[sloanbychoice]

To be sure, you should look closely at the vent. If the pasty is really close to the vent, that’s when it can block it and cause serious issues.
Regardless, you should use a warm, damp cloth to clean it off.
Why were they handled roughly? Was it just transport?

 

[BoCRon]

I‘ve had good luck washing with warm water and drying with a towel, gently. Then make sure there is fresh water and I withhold food overnight. I think the light from the brooder lamp makes it confusing between night and day and they just eat constantly.

 

[AnimalGeek23]

To be sure, you should look closely at the vent. If the pasty is really close to the vent, that’s when it can block it and cause serious issues.
Regardless, you should use a warm, damp cloth to clean it off.
Why were they handled roughly? Was it just transport?

We picked up the chicks at a local poultry store and the owners were handling the chicks roughly
We gently cleaned up the vent and it’s clear now!