Two week old chick--breathing heaving, chirping with each breath

[joannes]

Hello BYC,

I have five 2 week old chicks (1 Americana, 1 Rhode Island Red, 3 Buff Orpington) The are all growing well and active. However, the Americana seems to be breathing heavy with a chirp on each exhale. She is active (eating, drinking, pooping) , but the breathing does not seem right. Is something stuck? Allergies?Disease?

We are using newspaper in the brooder box and infrared heat lamp. We did a few days of the nettle tea last week and started electrolytes in their water last night.

Thoughts? Totally new to this.

Thanks!

 

[eggbert420]

Sorry I don't know the answer. You should post this in emergency/ disease/ injuries and cures. The folks over there are pretty good at pinpointing the problem and the cure. Good luck

 

[junebuggena]

Picture of the brooder setup? Could be overheated.

 

[joannes]

Thanks, will do.