Worried mom!

[aaedwrds]

Hello! I am new to this chicken thing and so far I'm loving it!! I have 4 chickens ranging in different ages, one 6 month old silky, one 12 week old ameraucana, and two barred/white rocks that are a little over 3 weeks. My chicks are inside still and they are full of energy, they eat and drink just fine. They only get starter feed and have vitamins in their water. About 3 days ago my barred rock started pulling all her fuzz off around her vent and has had some whitish discharge. Everything point to vent gleet but i am just not sure!! Could it be something else? Also she is pooping A LOT, some firm with white some more runny, is that normal?? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under aaedwrds

Welcome!

Sorry that I am not able to answer you questions but I will hopefully be able to point you in the direction of the folks that can.

I think your best bet is the ‘Raising Baby Chicks Forum’: https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/11/raising-baby-chicks

Or the Emergencies Forum: https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/10/emergencies-diseases-injuries-and-cures

If you post your question on either of those, you should get some help from some experienced folks.

Good luck!

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

If you would like to share pictures and stories of your flock, you have come to the right place. BYC’ers never tire of these and do not back away slowly or commence eye rolling when the photo album or home videos come out

 

[aaedwrds]

Thank you! Did i mention i am new to BYC too lol. I will figure it out eventually!

 

[Teila]

Thank you! Did i mention i am new to BYC too lol. I will figure it out eventually!

It's all good .. you came to the right place. As Greeters, we like to be able to meet new members, make them feel welcome etc and if need be, point them in the right direction to get assistance.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC - you have some great links already from Teila, so I'll just say hello!

All the best
CT

 

[drumstick diva]

If it is vent gleet, it's a fungal infection. I don't know what it is treated with.

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas and ! Happy you joined our flock! Looks like you've received some great advice already so I'll just say best wishes and thanks for joining BYC!

 

[megdarling]

I am a newbie, so keep that in mine; but I would wipe the chicks bottom good with warm water and try a little anti-fungal cream. I would also add a bit of apple cider vinegar to their water if you aren't already. Best of luck.

 

[N F C]

I hope the links you've been given will take you to an answer about your chick's situation.

Best of luck!

 

[aaedwrds]

Yes! Very helpful thanks!