Isolate the affected chicken
Remove all feed for 12 to 24 hours
Provide fresh, clean water only
Add electrolytes or probiotics to the water if available
Gently massage the crop to help it empty
Check the crop first thing in the morning
Keep the bird warm and quiet
Clean the chicken’s beak and feathers if needed
Offer small amounts of soft, easily digestible food after the crop empties
Inspect for signs of impacted crop, yeast infection, or foreign material
Seek veterinary care if the crop stays full, smells foul, or the bird becomes weak
Do not force-feed the chicken
Do not give food until the crop is empty and functioning normally