So I came home from work today to check on my chickies. They are almost 2wks old and this weekend me and dh moved them to their coop, as they were outgrowing their baby pool (there are 19, supposed to be 12 girls & 7 boys). They have a red heat lamp out there and have been doing great.
What I saw shocked me...one of my gold sex-links had her tail feathers completely plucked out and a bloody mess where her feathers should be
She is probably the smallest chick out of the bunch. She and her other gold sex-link mate are the smallest breed I have.
I have moved her to a Rubbermaid tub, w/a waterer, feed and a heat lamp into my garage. She is currently roosting on top of her waterer, after trying for over an hour to get out and finally gave up. Poor girl, I feel so bad for her, is there anything I can do? How long do I keep her separated & should I put neosporin on it, it looks so tender and raw
Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated. This is my first batch of chickies and you guys are my best resource! TIA!
Mandy
What I saw shocked me...one of my gold sex-links had her tail feathers completely plucked out and a bloody mess where her feathers should be
I have moved her to a Rubbermaid tub, w/a waterer, feed and a heat lamp into my garage. She is currently roosting on top of her waterer, after trying for over an hour to get out and finally gave up. Poor girl, I feel so bad for her, is there anything I can do? How long do I keep her separated & should I put neosporin on it, it looks so tender and raw
Mandy
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