Surfnirvana Posted November 11, 2010 Share Posted November 11, 2010 Doris was the last out of the cube this morning and when I gave them their morning treats (small bowl of rice from last night's supper!), she couldn't go near it as she was stumbling sideways. I managed to pick her up and she felt very light. Her eyes seem quite sucken and not as bright. She did a poo which was very watery. However she was eating and drinking with no problem. She could stand and walk around, but just seemed to be a bit dizzy. Never seen this before in my chooks - any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 She sounds very ill and weak probably enteritis or other illness stopping her eating. I would take her to the vet, a course of antibiotics and some TLC could work wonders. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 I would agree, I had one very poorly do something similar. Vet ASASP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surfnirvana Posted November 16, 2010 Author Share Posted November 16, 2010 I had to take my cat to the vet anyway on Saturday, so asked her openion on my chook Doris whilst I was there. She suggested an inner ear infection (which is interesting as that is what my cat had! ), and gave me some Baytril to give to Doris. After 3 days, this morning Doris is so much better and running in the normal direction! Phew!! What a worry these chooks are, but love 'em! Thanks for your replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 Well done, good news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach chick Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 and nice vet to give you the baytril without demanding to see Doris! hope she continues to do well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
