red butt syndrome

[madam truefire]

Hi, I'm a pet sitter and have taken care of these darlings many times. Last week, Rhode Island Red had the red butt syndrome, and 2 days later was lying down and obviously moribund. Owners had to put her down.
I am taking care of the other two, and one now has the same red butt syndrome.
As I am a microbiologist, this appears contagious. What on earth do I do to help her?
Thanks. Madam Truefire

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas and

! Great to have you aboard! You might post in the link below for some medical advice. Best of luck to you!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/10/emergencies-diseases-injuries-and-cures

 

[sourland]

X 2 - Welcome to BYC.

 

[drumstick diva]

sorry but I draw a blank at "red butt syndrome," sometimes chickens will peck each other raw there but, when the perp is removed from the flock, feathers grow back.