Silkie thread!

[Iluvmysilkies]

Medicated food! Some folks don't use it at all, I use it for about 5 days, then I'm done. Eggs are not hurting them, just make sure you get some other food and don't give them too much protein at this age. They will need more when older though. It's a great treat for once in a while..like once a week if you want, but they don't need that much.

Oooh ok, I keep getting mixed reviews from people about the medicated food so I am confused. Some people tell me to absolutely use it while others say not to. They've been on it for 3 weeks now. Should I just put them on non-medicated now then?

 

[Fancychooklady]

Okay so I'm still worried about the black wood ash poop if anyone knows anything about that being okay or not, but as far as meds go, I get my antibiotics from TSC. I have used my Jack Russells antibiotic eye drops in my hens eyes and they did wonders for her. Mostly its research and seeing what is available short notice, per researching meds. Vet rx has a lot of applications. I have mostly used it for sinus irritation in my hen, but apparently it works for scaly leg mites and several other things. Its natural, so worth buying I think.

Was there any charcoal pieces in it ? Charcoal is great for cleaning them out in case of poisoning. I also keep activated charcoal in my first aid kit.

 

[Fancychooklady]

Oooh ok, I keep getting mixed reviews from people about the medicated food so I am confused. Some people tell me to absolutely use it while others say not to. They've been on it for 3 weeks now. Should I just put them on non-medicated now then?

That is always going to be your personal preference. If you've ever seen dead and dying chooks laying around only to find out how simple it was to prevent it you would use it for the full 6 weeks to help with immunity. Amprolium is not an antibiotic so I'm not apposed to using.
Some people don't like to use it but at the first sign of trouble dose their birds up on all kinds of drugs. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

 

[kabhyper1]

Was there any charcoal pieces in it ? Charcoal is great for cleaning them out in case of poisoning. I also keep activated charcoal in my first aid kit.

yeah a few. So thats okay then? I really was surprised to see little black tar lumps all over the place today lol.

 

[Iluvmysilkies]

That is always going to be your personal preference. If you've ever seen dead and dying chooks laying around only to find out how simple it was to prevent it you would use it for the full 6 weeks to help with immunity. Amprolium is not an antibiotic so I'm not apposed to using.
Some people don't like to use it but at the first sign of trouble dose their birds up on all kinds of drugs. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

See thats why ive been so confused. Half of people tell me not to while others say to keep them on it. I just want to do whatever is best for the babies. I'm doing whatever yall tell me is best.

 

[foghornleghorn9]

I agree, just going out to my coop makes each day a little better. They are built in entertainment and a heck of a lot of fun.

 

[Fancychooklady]

where can you get antibiotics? Is this your must have list???

I stash any unused antibiotics into my first aid box. Our old German shepherd was hit by lightning and suffered neurological problems and was on cephalexin .
I did take a roo to the avian vet and he sold me a sulphadim based poultry antibiotic . The roo had a sinus infection.
Yes , I always keep antibiotics on hand, cause if your going to keep chickens , chances are you will eventually need them.

 

[quailtrail]

See thats why ive been so confused. Half of people tell me not to while others say to keep them on it. I just want to do whatever is best for the babies. I'm doing whatever yall tell me is best.  

same here!!

 

[emvickrey]

Okay so I'm still worried about the black wood ash poop if anyone knows anything about that being okay or not, but as far as meds go, I get my antibiotics from TSC. I have used my Jack Russells antibiotic eye drops in my hens eyes and they did wonders for her. Mostly its research and seeing what is available short notice, per researching meds. Vet rx has a lot of applications. I have mostly used it for sinus irritation in my hen, but apparently it works for scaly leg mites and several other things. Its natural, so worth buying I think.

I've found keeping them too warm will do it and so will dirty water. I change my chicks water several times a day. A combination of the heat and food, wood shavings and poop in the water it makes for a nasty concoction.

Last time I took a bird to the vet I brought everything I have in my collection of meds and VetRX is also included. My vet said that is good for nothing and I may as well throw it away. Just thought I would add that little info. I've read where others have posted that it is great to have.

 

[quailtrail]

I stash any unused antibiotics into my first aid box. Our old German shepherd was hit by lightning and suffered neurological problems and was on cephalexin .
I did take a roo to the avian vet and he sold me a sulphadim based poultry antibiotic . The roo had a sinus infection.
Yes , I always keep antibiotics on hand, cause if your going to keep chickens , chances are you will eventually need them.

so basically keep everything?