Somethings Off!

[cochinbantam-lover]

Hi all,
Went out to feed my chicks today and as I watched them for a little bit I got the feeling that something wasn't quite right with them! Nothing real obvious except that alot of them didn't come running to the feeder as I was filling it.

Do you have any ideas of things to watch for, makes it kinda nervous because things have all been going pretty good for my chicks since I got them as day old babies. The oldest are about 3 months now. Thoughts will be very much appreciated!
Thanks!

 

[scbatz33]

Has it been hotter than normal? Is there any bloody stools in the pen? Heat can make them sluggish, but if you have bloody stools, I'd be concerned with coccidiosis - which also makes them sluggish, not willing to eat avidly and can turn for the worst really quickly.

 

[cochinbantam-lover]

Actually it has been warm and humid this past week, could that be it? Geees I sure hope that's all it is. Thanks for answering so quickly! I am going to clean out the coop tomorrow then I will watch the poo, so far I havn't seen any of that tho, thank goodness!

 

[scbatz33]

Just keep a real close eye on them. It wouldn't hurt to give them a vitamin boost and maybe some yogurt. I use those baby vitamins - liquid - polivitasol (I think ) Maybe some watermelon. It's a nice cool treat that helps to hydrate them.

 

[cochinbantam-lover]

Thanks so much, going shopping so I'll pick them up some goodies!! Thanks again! I really appreciate it!!

 

[scbatz33]

Just remember if you do yogurt - get the plain no flavors no sugar added kind.

good luck again!

 

[cochinbantam-lover]

OK will write that on my list, and thanks again!