Well I guess it is worse than I thought. Cocci guidance needed ASAP

[Crabbylady]

Damnit. Brand new 5 week old Cochin bantams. I started the Medicated powder in their water last night. What else should I do to save them? I was optimistic it was just cecal poop but I can see it isn’t.

They’re all acting normally. That’s a lot of blood so is that a pretty bad sign?

 

[restinpeacenyla]

It could be coccidiosis, have your chickens been vaccinated? make sure you isolate the bloody chicken as it does not seem like a good sign. i haven’t experienced this with my cochins so i wouldnt know. just follow the usual with sick chickens. how is her appetite? any strange observations? look up symptoms of coccidiosis and see if they match. if possible, see a vet that specialises in poultry!

 

[Crabbylady]

I have no where to isolate her. She’s been with the other two from the beginning

 

[restinpeacenyla]

oh no! its likely the other two have caught it! be very careful! coccidiosis has quite a high mortality and can spread very quickly! i wish you luck! ill be doing some research to help you!

 

[restinpeacenyla]

also! treat the other two! the earlier caught the easier and lower mortality! good luck!!

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

The other two most likely have it as well. Are you treating them all? What specific powder are you using and what amount?
ETA: I’m pretty sure that’s coccidiosis.

 

[Crabbylady]

I wonder if I can also somehow get some into her mouth directly

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

That’s perfect. I think all you can do is keep them on the Corid.

 

[Isaac 0]

I wonder if I can also somehow get some into her mouth directly

Yes, In addition to what you’re giving them in their water, you can give them a little quick boost by mixing 1/2 teaspoon powder with 2 teaspoons water, and give 0.34 ml per pound of bodyweight orally once or twice a day for 1-3 days. Treat all birds.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...dications-to-all-poultry-and-waterfowl.73335/

 

[Crabbylady]

That’s perfect. I think all you can do is keep them on the Corid.

Can I give her any right inside her beak too? Or the water is enough?

Yes, In addition to what you’re giving them in their water, you can give them a little quick boost by mixing 1/2 teaspoon powder with 2 teaspoons water, and give 0.34 ml per pound of bodyweight orally once or twice a day for 1-3 days. Treat all birds.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...dications-to-all-poultry-and-waterfowl.73335/

as I am not a farmer and new to this I honestly have no idea what they weigh. A few ounces is my guess.