Sick bantam hen

[Lara28]

My bantam hen is panting and laying by her water for 2 days. Her comb is really pale also and she is shaking her head a lot. She's very lethargic today. Shes drinking her probiotic water and electrolyte. She's also eating some. What can it be?

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Welcome To BYC

Where are you located in the world?

When is the last time she laid an egg?
How old is she?

I would check her crop to make sure it's emptying overnight. Look inside her beak just to make sure there's no lesions/white yellow pasty material. While you are giving her a look over, check for lice/mites too.

If the crop is not emptying, this article will help you determine what course of treatment to use. Do keep in mind that often crop problems are a symptoms of an underlying condition.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...w-to-know-which-one-youre-dealing-with.73607/

 

[Lara28]

I am located in southern Oklahoma. I'm not sure when she layed last. I know she has since her babies hatched 3 months ago. I thought maybe she was getting to hot but all the others are fine. How do I know if her crop is emptying?

 

[Lara28]

She is 2.

 

[Lara28]

I just checked her again and I'm certain she is egg bound. She's hard back there by her vent. I soaked her but nothing yet. Going to try again in a couple hours.