A couple of months ago, I got some baby Easter egger chicks which are about ready to go be introduced to the main coop. Unfortunately, this morning I went out and noticed that two of the three seemed normal but I didn't see the third. I have them in two tote bins that are connected by a PVC pipe. I lifted the lid on the other bin and saw one lying in the corner, something obviously wrong with it. I was just lying there and rocking it's head. I have no idea what happened, but I don't think it will survive and if it's still alive later, I think the best thing I can likely do for it is cull it. Sad duty, sad day.
I've never had to face this, so I am going to ask, what is the best, easiest, most humane, or recommended method for doing so that involves the least amount of suffering?
I am certain it isn't bird flu. They were inside when we bought them as little chicks and have been in an enclosed shed since.
I've never had to face this, so I am going to ask, what is the best, easiest, most humane, or recommended method for doing so that involves the least amount of suffering?
I am certain it isn't bird flu. They were inside when we bought them as little chicks and have been in an enclosed shed since.