Hello everyone... This is a very sad morning for me and my flock of, now four chicks, because one of my appealingly healthy chicks passed away an hour or so ago. I believe it was because of pasty butt, although I checked her before I went to bed and cleaned her off. So naturally, I want to protect my flock from having the same sad fate. I read that putting yogurt in with them helps them a lot, but how do I do this? Should I buy a separate feeder or waterer for it? or should I mix it in with the water? Or mix it in with the feed? Does it matter what kind? Please help me out!
I'm sorry to hear that two of them passed.. It must be hard. My 4 week old chicks know the voice that I use when bringing them treats too so whenever I say "Hi chicks!" and put my hand in the brooder, they all come running. Also when I make clucking noises and poke at the ground, they peck where I'm poking. Your chicks will get to know you better as they get older, just use lots of treats! And grit isn't needed for yogurt or eggs, by the way. Good luck with your chicks!
