URGENT-my week old chicks are dropping like flies!

[LoveMyBirds]

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Like the other posted asked.. are the little guys huddling up under the light or running around..

Most very young chicks need around 95 degrees to keep them toasty.

I had mine in the garage where it's pretty hot to us humans, and then I just used a 100 watt bulb for their heat..

They were like a bunch of wild chickens...

I just moved mine to their new pen yesterday and the temp dropped down to 60 degrees here last night, so I went down and put a light up for them to make sure they stayed warm.. (that was about mid-night) lol

Same with my Turkeys... Except with a 250watt red bulb..

 

[eminator]

They are running around. A lot of the time they stay away from the lamps.

I have been giving them tetracycline, switched from shavings to paper towel, and it seems like they are doing better. Eating, pecking at stuff, being cute. Keeping my fingers crossed...

Thanks for all the replies. I really appreciate the input.

 

[eminator]

I am still a little concerned, though, because one breathes with an open beak. Keeping a watchful eye. Any thoughts?

 

[Chicabee19]

is there any possibility they got too hot?

 

[chickenlady]

Yes,open beak, maybe too hot.
Glad to hear they are doing well. Great job!!