Seasonal Allergies?

[21henmom]

Crazy question here-- does anyone have any birds that appear to have seasonal allergies? I have a 2 year old black Australorp hen that appears to have a tough time with weather changes. Two months ago it was raining every day and she had some mild respiratory symptoms. I crated her for a few days in the house, used vet-rx along with vaporizer. She seemed to get better. Today I noticed she seemed a little lethargic and was having some similar issues. I used the vet-rx but have not crated her yet. I am keeping a close eye on her & will make that decision tomorrow. We are being bombarded with tree pollen at the moment and I am hoping that is all it is. I did notice her vent was a little irritated which I haven't noticed before. Brought her in and checked her out more closely with a flashlight. No signs of mites. She pooed on the rug and it looked normal to me. Don't think vent irritation would be allergies, tho. Any ideas?

 

[staceyj]

Chickens don’t rwally catch colds and such, they have chronic respiratory diseases that can flare from time to time.

 

[21henmom]

Chickens don’t rwally catch colds and such, they have chronic respiratory diseases that can flare from time to time.

Since she is two and appears healthy, just continue to watch her? Think a respiratory condition could cause vent irritation?

 

[staceyj]

Ugh you must be nearish to me.
This tree pollen is awful.

Is she slightly irritated, or red, or is there discharge?
And you’re sure she’s not being pecked by anyone?

Tomorrow can you take a photo and post it here?

I’ll get an alert and come look.

 

[21henmom]

Ugh you must be nearish to me.
This tree pollen is awful.

Is she slightly irritated, or red, or is there discharge?
And you’re sure she’s not being pecked by anyone?

Tomorrow can you take a photo and post it here?

I’ll get an alert and come look.

 

[21henmom]

No discharge. No major loss of feathers. I have not seen anyone pecking her, but I don't get to be there 100% of the time
I will get you a shot, but it will probably be tomorrow. Got a long shift at work today! Thank you!

 

[staceyj]

No discharge. No major loss of feathers. I have not seen anyone pecking her, but I don't get to be there 100% of the time
I will get you a shot, but it will probably be tomorrow. Got a long shift at work today! Thank you!

Tag me when you come home. Have a great day!

 

[21henmom]

Not sure about how to tag- here is a pic of her vent. It looks a little less red than the other day. She is still having some respriatory issues, but seems to be ok otherwise. Currently she preening herself because I picked her up for the photo.

 

[21henmom]

Tag me when you come home. Have a great day!

Not sure about how to tag, but I posted an update with a picture!