Sick baby chick

[erin39]

I have a month old americana that was fine yesterday. This morning she will not walk, she will get up on her legs sometimes but mostly she lays down. I am giving her water by a dropper. Not really eating. Does anyone know what it might be or what I should do. Please help, thanks, Erin

 

[Cochin378]

Is the chick paralyzed or partially paralyzed? Does its poop look normal? I am a little puzzled as to what it might be without further description.It could also be vitamin deficient, sometimes that is associated with mobility problems in chicks. I would try giving it some vitamins and electrolytes. You can purchase a bag of water soluble ones at your local farm supply store.Hope this helps.

 

[erin39]

She is not paralyzed all over just has trouble standing on her legs & can't walk. Her poop is fine, her eyes are not watery. She is picking at a chick treat I put near her, but she does not move much. Some one on another post said you could use baby vitamins, is this true?
Thanks, Erin

 

[Cochin378]

Yes probably. I have never used it , but chances are if you can use them on babies they are fine for chickens.

 

[erin39]

My Baby chick is doing a lot better today. Walking, a little unsteady but so much better. I am so happy.

 

[mychickenbrood]

So glad it is doing better. Does it have access to things it should not eat? Perhaps a poisonous weed, or eating hard things without having grit and the ability to digest? I am pretty new at this, but just a few things that come to mind.