Nacktschnecken omlet Cube

[AussieChick]

Hi All

 

Before I get shot down in flames we are taking Betsy to the vet as soon as they open at 9.

 

When shutting the girls up last night my husband noticed that Betsy was wheezing and had little sneezes every now and then, her eyes were watery and she's generally listless. She was the last to leave the Cube this morning as wll. We've only had her and her two sisters only just over a week. She's not at POL yet.

 

She is still no better this morning, I think her breathing is laboured and she's not eating. Any advice in the meantime before 9?

[Egluntyne]

You won't get shot down in flames here.

 

I'd just keep her quiet, in a pet carrier or box, and try to get some fluids into her.

 

Let us know how you get on.

[jellykelly]

It could be that the recent move into a new home has brought out something that was underlying.

The sneezing and watery eyes indicates that it could be myco - in which case the vet would give you something like Tylan to add to their water. Hopefully it should clear it up in a few days.

[AussieChick]

Thank you for your advice - off to the vet in a minute. I'll be so upset if I lose her. The three of them are Lavender Orpingtons and are just beautiful....

 

Will update when I get back

[Jools]

Try not to worry, antibiotics usually sort out mycoplasma. Also, it's nothing you've done, it's a reaction to the stress of moving home and is actually quite common.

 

Lavender Orps eh? You've set a high standard!

[AussieChick]

Well, have been to the vets - at a cost of £66 pounds (Is that expensive or just me???)

 

He's said it doesn't look good but has prescribed Baytril for 7 days. He confirmed her chest was very fluid-y and gave Betsy a shot of anti-biotics . Guess we'll just have to take it a few hours at a time

 

Will keep you up to date. Has anyone else had experience of Baytril/this sort of situation?

[hippy chick]

I hope she picks up for you.

 

My vets charge about £16 per consultation, but every meds they give her seems to be an extra £10 per item! They charged me £39 to put my Glenys to sleep today. I'm not sure if that's the usual price or if its because it took the vet 4 attempts to do the job

[Tutti Frutti]

Fingers crossed here...

 

And it's not your fault, mycoplasma is dormant in many flocks and only surfaces when the chook's immune system is low eg at times of stress... such as a move. You've done a fantastic thing to respond so quickly. It's down to her now...

 

Good luck

[Patricia W]

Baytril has worked wonders with mine - although it needed two courses to clear it up ( chest infection). Keep her hydrated and feed her anything she will eat to keep her strength up.

 

I hope it works

 

Tricia

[lesleysprite]

I had the same situation -vet was not optimistic but the Baytril had an effect really quickly. If you are having trouble getting her to eat try cat food or tunafish. Porridge is also good as it will get fluid into her. I have also used a syring just to get some water into a hen that wouldn't drink. It can make the difference getting some fluid into them. Hope she is recovering.

[AussieChick]

well, an update.

 

I wouldn't want to "count my chickens" but Betsy seems to have made a remarkable recovery! She had her jab of antibiotics on Monday afternoon, we said to each other that a good night's sleep might help and it has done! Tuesday morning she was still a bit "rattly" but with the Baytril the vet prescribed seems to have completely turned around.

 

She is fighting with the rest of the girls for treats and isn't at all coldy/sniffly anymore! Woohoo!

 

My advice (although obvious) is to completely withdraw all water except the treated stuff so they are "forced" to ingest the medicated water. Thank you all for your support. I was very worried at the prospect of losing her after having her only a week.

 

Let's hope she stays well!

[hippy chick]

That is wonderful news, I'm glad she is making such a speedy recovery.