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I have several chicks that are ill. They seem to have trouble walking well, lie down a lot, and hunker down in a corner. I don't see any sign of pasty butt, and they do eat and drink. One died yesterday, after going downhill very rapidly, but three more are like this and I'm afraid I'm going to lose them in the next couple of days if I don't do something. Any recognition of a problem, or is there something anyone suggests I do?
I'm worried I wasn't changing out their litter enough. I just added DE yesterday with a lot more pine shavings added, as I was concerned my bedding wasn't deep enough. We live in a dry climate but this week we've been having an unusual amount of rain. The chicks are indoors, but it is possible the humidity might be higher inside now. (?)
I'd appreciate any input or help!
edit: I just found the disease forum and am wondering about coccidiosis (sp?) and where to get treatment. I apologize if I posted in the wrong forum.
I'm worried I wasn't changing out their litter enough. I just added DE yesterday with a lot more pine shavings added, as I was concerned my bedding wasn't deep enough. We live in a dry climate but this week we've been having an unusual amount of rain. The chicks are indoors, but it is possible the humidity might be higher inside now. (?)
I'd appreciate any input or help!
edit: I just found the disease forum and am wondering about coccidiosis (sp?) and where to get treatment. I apologize if I posted in the wrong forum.
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