Sneezing Buff Orpington, Mystery Cold??

[nicole camp]

I have a 1 1/2 year old Buff Orpington and she recently started sneezing when she eats and after she drinks. I decided to isolate her, but does anyone know the cause of this? I really love this chicken and don't want to get rid of her, but I have a expensive flock to care for as well and don't want it spreading. None of the other chickens show signs of it yet.

 

[Judy]

Sometimes sneezing is just from nasal irritation, especially when it's just one chicken. Perhaps she snorts a bit of dust from the feed when she eats. You might try shining a light up there to see if you see any blockage. Perhaps mostening her food for a few days would help. I hope you figure something out!

 

[nicole camp]

It could be the food. I have an egg layer mix that I got from a feed store and its a little crushed from transportation. Thanks for the help!