Hen coughs and shakes her head? Any ideas? Update!

[mada25]

Will the tylan 50 say how much to inject her with? And what size needle do you use? And where do you inject a chicken? I am a newbie and want to make sure I do it right if I can buy some at tractor supply in the morning! Thanks for all your suggestions. Oh and I guess she probably weighs about 7 pounds. Thanks again, Mary

 

[redhen]

i was just reading in a poultry magazine last night..they metioned those sympyoms...they said it could be blocked/impacted crop symptoms.(gaping mouth..shaking head)..

...just a thought..best of luck, Wendy

 

[dlhunicorn]

You can order meds online from here for instance
http://www.firststatevetsupply.com/store/print_catalog.php

or here

http://www.jefferslivestock.com/ssc...pt_id=413&Area=poultry&browselist=&sort=&c=11

 

[mada25]

UPDATE:
Went to tractor supply and got Tylan 50 and injected my hen. I really hope it helps. I was a little nervous giving her the shot. I also bought her some poultry drench nutrient that is supose to give her a boost. I will wait a few hours and then give her some directly in her mouth. THanks for all the suggestions and info. I was at a loss to figure out what to do. I will continue to keep a close eye on her. I am keeping my fingers crossed! Thanks agian, Mary

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