how to save a dying hen

1. How do you know a chicken is dying?
2. What do you do with a dead hen?
3. How do you revive a weak chicken?
4. Why do chickens just die?

How do you know a chicken is dying?

Examine the chicken's wattle, comb, and facial skin for changes. Sometimes, these areas will go pale or change to purple. Other times, they may swell or get lesions. Any change from bright red with the wattle or comb is likely a sign of sickness.

What do you do with a dead hen?

Burying is another option, but may not be legal in some places. If legal in your area, bury dead hens several hundred feet from the coop. Dig a hole at least two feet deep, place the dead hen at the bottom and pack the soil tightly to make it unlikely that a neighbor's dog, raccoon, or other animal will dig it up.

How do you revive a weak chicken?

Try adding 1 teaspoon sugar, molasses or honey to 1 quart of water. This sweet energy boost is great for the first few hours, then you'll want to switch back to plain water. FOOD For lethargic chicks, try feeding them raw egg yolk.

Why do chickens just die?

Chickens die all the time. Usually we can easily determine the cause: injury, illness, exposure, being eggbound, predation, old age.