whats wrong with my 3 week chick?

johbooboo

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Apr 22, 2013
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so i have 11 hens in a brooder and everyone seems to be doing fine except for one. Shes a golden laced wyandotte and shes the runt. Although she's the runt she has developed most of her feathers first. her behavior worries me, she just stands there, still, sometimes falling asleep whilst standing. She minds to herself and is lethargic. i was thinking she was getting to cold because i heard sleeping standing up means they are cold except this chick's poops are watery which would indicate it is too hot. im going to isolate her for now. what should i do?
 
Some chicks just don't thrive. She may have some internal problem. I would definitely isolate her, and continue to monitor her for any other symptoms. Maybe try giving her some extra nutritious food, such as scrambled eggs, starter feed mixed with water, yogurt, or applesauce to help build up her strength. Probiotics, vitamins, and electrolytes wouldn't be a bad idea, either. Good luck!
 

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