Sick hen...please help!

[happylittlehens]

Poor thing. I wish I knew more about illnesses to help you out. I hope whatever it is, she gets feeling better soon!

 

[Eggcessive]

So I am pretty sure my Buff is molting. I thought they weren't suppose to molt their first year?? She doesn't have mites or lice. I can't see anything wrong with her ears. But she does have new pin feather growth on her neck and patches on her body as well.

Did you consider botulism as a cause? A epsom salt and water or molasses and water flush can be done if botulism is a concern. One tsp. epsom salts to 1 oz of water, or 1 oz molasses in 1 quart of water are the mixtures. Here is a good link on molting tips: http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2011/12/molting-what-is-it-and-how-to-manage-it.html