Rooster's crop contains hardly anything although he's acting normal

[townchicks]

Sorry you can't use the dog cage. If it's not hot there, maybe you can just pop him into a large cardboard box with some wire on top? You'll have to weight it so he doesn't get out. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation, and some way to make sure food and water don't get spilled. Or maybe an inverted laundry basket?

 

[cuteychickens15]

And if he doesn't poop, just like I suspect he isn't. What do I do then? How long will he survive? Is he in pain? Will he be fine until I get back? I love him <3

 

[townchicks]

I understand you are worried about him. That worry is compounded by the trip and the feeling that you are helpless. It's awful feeling like that, but you need to take a few deep breaths and try to relax a little.It's easier to think then. First, you need to determine if he is or isn't eating and/or pooping. The answers to the other questions will all be determined based on what results you may find when you isolate him.Sometimes there are no easy answers, but we will all try to help as much as we can. Do you have someone coming to watch the chickens while you are gone? Talk to that person about your concerns, so they can keep a closer eye on him.