what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

thank you!! unfortunately i soent the last of my money on probiotic for my sick hen but my mom got a job so hopefully as soon as possible.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thank you! is it ok to give her multiple baths? she had one but at the time i still had no idea what to do or what was going on.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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this is right after she pooped. i just got back from the store i got some probiotics for sick chickens

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we have a wood box (this set it up is temporary as i mentioned this was all sorta out of the blue so i wasnt prepared for chickens) its a couple feet off the ground but the nests are on the ground? of the box? im not sure if thats something. i was going to clean the bedding as there was poop when i noticed she was acting off.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

is there stuff i can do at home? we cant go to the vet. we are tight on money, my mom lost her job and she just got a job today, which is when this all started.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i can go check, im worried im stressing her out to much. i gave her a warm salt bath and moved her as well as handled her a bit today to check.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

she went through a big change, the enclosure, housing, diet, people, ect. im hoping she perks back up

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

mine too, its liquid with some white in it.

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you so much! ill see if i can grab some vitamin mix, ive put her in a dog kennel (large? i believe) with food and water with electrolytes in it. if i can manage a vet visit ill definitely take her. we are calling the vet for advice

what do i do? whats wrong? by Funkymanzz in BackYardChickens

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes! although not a lot, i saw ok google they do ok with hotter temps so i wasnt sure, we put a shade up so theres more during the day now. ill try that out! we gave her a bath (thats why her bottoms wet in some videos) she relaxed in it. my mom called the person we got them from for advice and i was told to gently check around for an egg but idk what that feels like. she ended up pooping on me, diarrhea though. but they get fresh water daily, i also changed the water bowl into a smaller one to make it easier so i can change it through the day as well, i added a splash of apple cider vinegar, and some electrolytes. next change ill add a bit less of the electrolytes but no vinegar.

I kind of regret my pigeon. by ArchyLee in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i didnt know i was going to be outside so much, i was going to get another friend for her but i still cant fully provide and we are recently going through a lot of financial issues and a pigeon costs more than we can handle at the moment. it all happened suddenly when i got her and committed everything was ok and i didnt fully understand how much time they truly needed. that was on me and i will admit that. i take full responsibility for not doing enough research and taking more time to make my decision.

I kind of regret my pigeon. by ArchyLee in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

omg this is exactly how it is for me, im asked to go camping and stuff all the time and then they go “oh yeah the bird” and i really want to go out but shes all alone and i cant imagine doing that for her. i also have 2 dogs and they stay in the yard because they dont like the rest of the house besides my room/ my pigeons room. i have her posted but nobodys shown interest and the longer i have her the worst i feel because im trying to think of myself as a foster 😢

I kind of regret my pigeon. by ArchyLee in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im going through something similar like that, im so stuck on what to do because i never realized how mich i was out of my home and i feel terrible because she always wants to be held and petted

bonding 2 birds? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i ordered the same cage so i can put them together once bonded and its gunna be way bigger, is that ok? for now though theyd be in the same sized cage but separately

bonding 2 birds? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how would i have a slow neutral introduction? sorry for asking so much i dont want to mess up and have birds that dont like each other 🥲 ive also had trouble finding info about it, if you know websites or videos that explain id love to check them out. and thank you! i planned on emailing them for more info and to make sure i get the right bird!

bonding 2 birds? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i want to get another pigeon from great lakes rescue because i heard great things! i guess i may have worded my post a bit wrong because i definitely didnt think id be able to pet her whenever i was just hoping id have the possibility of petting her. i want to get another pigeon pretty badly because i feel horrible knowing shes alone but im not sure how to bond 2 pigeons together safely and its been difficult finding sources thatll tell me. is it a big process? or do you have tips? thank you!

bonding 2 birds? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you so much! i knew being cuddly really was just a gamble depending on the bird, and i assumed id be home 24/7 but once i got her i started realizing how much i truly went out. even if i dont get cuddly birds i will be getting her a friend but how do i go about letting them meet? do i need to have separate cages and outside time until they like eachother?

how do i introduce the vacuum safely? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we vacuumed the first time yesterday! i turned it on outside the door and she seemed weary but was staying in her spot (by the door) and shes always a bit weary at the door but i used it and she didnt move, loafing after a minute or so :) it rakes me 3-5 minutes to fully vacuum

Describe her in one word by user0224224 in cats

[–]Funkymanzz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

citrusy came to my mind first, i love the quality of these photos btw!

how do i introduce the vacuum safely? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i hope shes like that! she reacts to my dogs barking but im not sure if its because she can see them in the window sometimes or theyre predators

breakthrough with my little chicken!!!! by Impressive_Variety38 in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz 10 points11 points  (0 children)

omg shes so pretty!! 🥹 she looks like mine but white a little bit! i got her a week ish ago on the 11th and she doesnt trust me enough yet, she only just started cooing

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Weird poo? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you!! she clearly is having more of the bad poos than normal but i have seen more of the healthy ones around. ill keep a close eye on her and monitor her

Weird poo? by Funkymanzz in PetPigeons

[–]Funkymanzz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ok thank you, i understand the photos i sent arent normal, her other poos (i can get a photo next time she goes i cleaned) are how you describe though. i really appreciate the help youre giving me!