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Meet Poppy, the beloved 8-year-old Barred Rock who’s been a cherished member of the flock since the beginning. Today, she surprised us by flying down from her perch, only to wobble and settle into a loaf position—definitely not her usual self! Upon closer inspection, I noticed she has pasty butt and is missing some feathers above her vent. Despite these concerns, she’s still laying eggs and eating well, though her isolation comes with some stinky droppings. As a first-time chicken parent, I’m feeling a bit clucky about her condition and want to ensure she gets the care she needs. What could be causing this, and how can I help Poppy bounce back? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
 | 8 year old Barred Rock. We found her still perched on the roosting bar this afternoon. My daughter went to check on her and she flew down then wobbled then loafed like this. I checked her legs and her feet they look fine. But I did discover she has pasty butt and is missing some feathers on her back side above her vent. She's still laying eggs, dining and eating. Isolated and does have a stinky smelling poop. What could this be and how do I treat it? I don't want to lose her she was my first chicken I got with my original flock. Her name is Poppy. [link] [comments] |
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