Rooster got too cold...now what??? UPDATED AGAIN

[HobbyChickener]

You must be in the North Eastern Storms. I work for an Electric Utility in my area and to have a down live wire in a residence for 3 days is crazy. You were VERY right to stay clear, and I hope all gets better. Try heating pad under the pet carrier (all the way under) to help keep him warm.

 

[dlhunicorn]

The golden rule with hypothermia in birds is to first ensure they are warm and stay warm and rehydrated first before allowing them to eat...this is crucial . Concentrate on rehydration and getting their temperature stable and only then should they eat.

 

[akcskye]

UPDATE on Christopher:

Well, we let Christopher out in the sun with the other hens and rooster today.

He's still slow and insecure, per se...didn't really "lead" or "follow" the group when they'd move, but he did move about the yard and eat and drink and enjoy the day.

He did go to the roost tonight, but hubby and I feel it's still a bit too cold for him and brought him back in.

But, here's a pic of him from today (he's the little black roo in the center).

Here's keeping our fingers crossed that he will continue to improve!

Thanks all!

 

[jjthink]

I hope so

 

[SpottedCrow]

I hope so too..he's a beauty.

 

[akcskye]

Christopher is still alive, and in the day, we let him go outside with the gang, and no one bothers him.

BUT, he still is so much slower than he was and still doesn't crow, however, he readily eats and drinks.

I have some amoxicillin liquid from my cat with a bladder infection...could he be sick and need some of this?

There are no signs of labored breathing or anything...he just seems "down".

We're going to try keeping him inside in the carrier exclusively now for about a week to see if putting him out in the day is just counteracting keeping him inside and warm at night.

I'm really at a loss...but he and Junior, our other roo, puffed heads at each other the other day and Christopher won...so he's still a fighter.

I'm just confused. Any more input that could help us?

Thanks!

 

[dlhunicorn]

I would keep him inside at night (letting him out in the daytime when the weather allows) will keep somewhat him acclimated ... however, it sounds as though his system is still recovering. I would suggest you try a good complete nutritional/vitamin supplement like aviacharge 2000 (you can order online from McMurrays or Strombergs) as when birds go through such a challenge they are often unable to absorb nutrients from their feed properly and the supplement will help ensure against deficiencies.
What a cutie!

 

[sammi]

good suggestions by dlhunicorn..

until you are able to get the things suggested..you might try some unmedicated chick or grower feed with mixed with plain yogurt, some cooked chopped egg yolk, a little finely grated apple or chopped tomato.

the layer feed is better then scratch corn right now..since his system might have digestion problems.

he was cold, hungry, and probably traumatized..
he needs hydration, warmth, TLC, quiet, and some good nutrition (such as protein)
if he won't drink on his own..give water with electrolytes by drops on the side of the beak

how are his droppings?
keep an eye out for odd droppings, wet or swollen eyes or head, mucus, head shaking, or breath sounds , such as a wheeze.

try and get some Tylan 200 injectible or Tylan 50 injectible and some syringes in...(smallest syringes you can find..1cc. and 25 gauge needles, or insulin syringes, and alcohol wipes)
good to have on hand for respiratory illness.
can be found in farm/feed/livestock supply stores in the livestock section.