Baby Brahma chick standing in same spot, lethargic

Spacee said:

Hello, I need a bit of advice, as this is my first time raising chicks. Over the weekend, I bought some mixed chicks from tractor supply. They were the last chicks of the season and were on sale. I'm not sure how old they are, I'm assuming around a week and a half. I also got a few guinea keets from somebody else a couple of days ago to raise with them. So far they've all been eating, drinking, pooping like normal and acting like healthy babies. Today I noticed one of them, the smallest brahma, has been standing in the same spot with its wings somewhat poofed out and it's eyes closed. It only moves if it gets bumped into or if I pick it up. It does have a little bit of dried poop on the feathers under its vent, But it does not look bloody or anything. I'm hoping somebody can tell me what might be wrong and what I can do to help it? The rest of the chicks are acting just fine, but I'm worried they are going to get sick too. I'm going to go get some "save-a-chick" electrolytes now and maybe some medicated feed? I'm not sure if that is the right thing to do as they don't appear to have symptoms of Cocciodosis, other than this one chick being lethargic. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do to help it feel better and prevent the rest of the chicks from getting sick. Thank you in advance <3

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Spacee said:

Today I noticed one of them, the smallest brahma, has been standing in the same spot with its wings somewhat poofed out and it's eyes closed. It only moves if it gets bumped into or if I pick it up.

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Spacee said:

Hello, I need a bit of advice, as this is my first time raising chicks. Over the weekend, I bought some mixed chicks from tractor supply. They were the last chicks of the season and were on sale. I'm not sure how old they are, I'm assuming around a week and a half. I also got a few guinea keets from somebody else a couple of days ago to raise with them. So far they've all been eating, drinking, pooping like normal and acting like healthy babies. Today I noticed one of them, the smallest brahma, has been standing in the same spot with its wings somewhat poofed out and it's eyes closed. It only moves if it gets bumped into or if I pick it up. It does have a little bit of dried poop on the feathers under its vent, But it does not look bloody or anything. I'm hoping somebody can tell me what might be wrong and what I can do to help it? The rest of the chicks are acting just fine, but I'm worried they are going to get sick too. I'm going to go get some "save-a-chick" electrolytes now and maybe some medicated feed? I'm not sure if that is the right thing to do as they don't appear to have symptoms of Cocciodosis, other than this one chick being lethargic. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do to help it feel better and prevent the rest of the chicks from getting sick. Thank you in advance

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Spacee said:

Hello, I need a bit of advice, as this is my first time raising chicks. Over the weekend, I bought some mixed chicks from tractor supply. They were the last chicks of the season and were on sale. I'm not sure how old they are, I'm assuming around a week and a half. I also got a few guinea keets from somebody else a couple of days ago to raise with them. So far they've all been eating, drinking, pooping like normal and acting like healthy babies. Today I noticed one of them, the smallest brahma, has been standing in the same spot with its wings somewhat poofed out and it's eyes closed. It only moves if it gets bumped into or if I pick it up. It does have a little bit of dried poop on the feathers under its vent, But it does not look bloody or anything. I'm hoping somebody can tell me what might be wrong and what I can do to help it? The rest of the chicks are acting just fine, but I'm worried they are going to get sick too. I'm going to go get some "save-a-chick" electrolytes now and maybe some medicated feed? I'm not sure if that is the right thing to do as they don't appear to have symptoms of Cocciodosis, other than this one chick being lethargic. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do to help it feel better and prevent the rest of the chicks from getting sick. Thank you in advance <3

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Wyorp Rock said:

Welcome To BYC

Photos of the chick and her poop may be helpful.

From your description, if she were mine, I'd begin treating for Coccidiosis asap. You can find Corid at TSC in the cattle section.

Liquid Corid dose is 2tsp or Powdered Corid Dose is 1 1/2tsp per gallon of water given for 5-7 days as the only source of drinking water.
Do not add any extra vitamins/electrolytes that contain B1(Thiamine) to food or water during the course of treatment.

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Spacee said:

Hello, I need a bit of advice, as this is my first time raising chicks. Over the weekend, I bought some mixed chicks from tractor supply. They were the last chicks of the season and were on sale. I'm not sure how old they are, I'm assuming around a week and a half. I also got a few guinea keets from somebody else a couple of days ago to raise with them. So far they've all been eating, drinking, pooping like normal and acting like healthy babies. Today I noticed one of them, the smallest brahma, has been standing in the same spot with its wings somewhat poofed out and it's eyes closed. It only moves if it gets bumped into or if I pick it up. It does have a little bit of dried poop on the feathers under its vent, But it does not look bloody or anything. I'm hoping somebody can tell me what might be wrong and what I can do to help it? The rest of the chicks are acting just fine, but I'm worried they are going to get sick too. I'm going to go get some "save-a-chick" electrolytes now and maybe some medicated feed? I'm not sure if that is the right thing to do as they don't appear to have symptoms of Cocciodosis, other than this one chick being lethargic. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do to help it feel better and prevent the rest of the chicks from getting sick. Thank you in advance <3

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Spacee said:

The chick I posted about unfortunately passed away last night. The rest of them still seem healthy, but while cleaning the brooder this morning I did notice just one of the droppings looked like it had a small amount of blood in it. I didn't think to take a picture of it though... But I did pick up some Corid and have started treating the rest of them to be safe. Is it okay that the chick starter crumble feed has thiamine in it? And should I give them any probiotics/electrolytes or anything after the 5-7 days of treatment?

I also read on another thread (which I can't seem to find now) that different strains of coccidiosis may exist in the dirt outside, and that exposing the chicks to some of that dirt by sprinkling a little bit into the brooder would help them build immunity so that they don't get sick when they are eventually moved outside. I'm wondering if it would be a good idea to do that now while they are being treated with Corid? Or will that make things worse? I'm sorry if I'm asking too many questions. I just want to do what's best for the rest of them

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Wyorp Rock said:

Liquid Corid dose is 2tsp or Powdered Corid Dose is 1 1/2tsp per gallon of water given for 5-7 days as the only source of drinking water.
Do not add any extra vitamins/electrolytes that contain B1(Thiamine) to food or water during the course of treatment.

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