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    Is my Pekin Bantam Rooster sick or dying of old age ?

    I'm leaning toward slow or sour croup. Crops that feel squishy, like a water balloon or bread dough, are a good indicator food isn't moving. Your instinct is correct - do not induce vomiting. The risk of aspiration is very high if there's a lot of fluid in the crop. Yes, remove all water/food...
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    Hens, wild birds, and food quality

    I'm surprised it doesn't mold.
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    Where to fill/buy meloxicam prescribed for chickens?

    HOLY COW. That is exciting. I bet I could pay with my HSA card, too.
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    Where to fill/buy meloxicam prescribed for chickens?

    I haven't had any luck with Chewy, Petco, Tractor Supply, etc because it's off-label use. You'll have to get it directly through the vet that wrote the script. Edited to add, my vet recommended children's Motrin. I don't know if that would be an option for you.
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    Where can I get a wheelchair for my duck

    I'm not a duck person, but posting photos of your feathered friend and his legs would be helpful, if you're looking for advice/assistance. Plus, ducks are adorable.
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    Vermont

    Just messaged you.
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    Severe SLM

    Thank you for the dosing information. I'll see what I can get at TSC tomorrow when I'm in town. The family was kind enough to put me touch with their vet to get clarification on how exactly the dust works. Here's what the vet said: Gard star - needs to be applied to legs and general back area...
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    Severe SLM

    I'll have to try to get a video. It's precious. When my CB EE house roo passed two years ago, I said no more in the house. He's making it really hard to stick to that rule. LMAO! I know it's bad for the pollinators, but I use Elector PSP on housing and the chickens once a year. The darned...
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    Severe SLM

    I started the Vaseline method earlier this evening. *fingers crossed* The family loved their flock. They trusted a neighbor to care for them while away for the weekend. The neighbor was too late putting them to bed or maybe he didn't secure the latch. I don't recall which, but they found this...
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    Severe SLM

    Interesting about the permethrin. The family gave me what the vet sent him with. When I had a bigger flock, I did use Ivermectin, but I'll try the Vaseline method on this guy. Those scales look uncomfortable. Hopefully they'll shed easier once they've softened. Should I trim his feet...
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    Severe SLM

    I rescued a rooster from a coworker's extended family after they lost their pet flock to a predator. They were just done with chickens and since my bachelor flock is down to two, I figured I take him. He's about the same age as my two boys - approximately 10 years old, if you're wondering. The...
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    Vermont

    Hi friends - I have two old roosters and age is catching up to one of them. I'd like to secure some company for them before Mic passes, leaving Sonic alone. I really don't want to do the chick thing again. So if you have some spent/retired/non-laying hens you're looking to offload, please let...
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    Vermont

    I just saw the story on WCAX. Absolutely devastating. I am so sorry you and your family are going through this.
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    Vermont

    Yesss! We need photos.
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    Vermont

    Oh boy! So many options. I love barnyard mixes, but I already have three boys (no hens, sadly) so I may have to wait for the sexlinks. Thank you!
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