What is wrong with Tiny? Is he sick? Please help!!!!

[Happ]

My understanding, they can if they ate something to block it. If so, it will be the last thing they throw up

 

[Chicken5555]

Thank you. I'll do what I can to help the baby.

 

[Chicken5555]

Update -
The bubble on one chick is completely gone. The bubble on the other chick was big last night, but is gone this morning. Could it be that the chick is gorging itself during the day and the crop is very swollen? I put ACV in the water just in case, and mixed plain yogurt in with the chick starter they've been eating.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Update -
The bubble on one chick is completely gone. The bubble on the other chick was big last night, but is gone this morning. Could it be that the chick is gorging itself during the day and the crop is very swollen? I put ACV in the water just in case, and mixed plain yogurt in with the chick starter they've been eating.

Chickens will have large crops at various times of the day. Usually they will eat well before "bed" and then poop all night long. The crop should be full at night and then be empty (or almost empty) in the am. That would be a sign of a normally functioning crop.

If you feed anything besides the chick starter mixed with yogurt (treats) make sure they have a source of grit. If they are in a brooder, then you can provide that with chick grit found at the feed store. IMO it never hurts to provide grit free choice regardless of what other sources may be available naturally in their environment.

FYI - It's great if you have a vet that will help you find/provide medications for your poultry. Some don't treat chickens and may not know what is available "over the counter". Most feed stores carry Corid and poultry vitamins.

 

[Chicken5555]

@Wyorp Rock Thank you! My vet technically does not treat chickens, but he is more than willing to offer advice and refer me to a vet that will if I need help. Thank you for the tips and info! Every little bit helps.