Posts by Chickengal505

I feel horrible admitting this, but it's the second day of incubation, and I really can't loose these eggs. Everything was going steady for the first day, and I noticed the temp was inching towards the low end, and I tweaked the...

Quote: Originally Posted by mychickensneaky  Have any of you heard of a beak the does not shut it's like the bottom half is going to left and the top half is going to the right. Is there anything I could do for her? I'll...

Quote: Originally Posted by nzchickenlover  My beautiful big white chicken was fine this morning and then this afternoon she was covered in blood.  The rooster was removed a week ago, as I had a younger one...

Quote: Originally Posted by mychickensneaky  Yea, I put her in a box for the night and checked on her in the morning and she was sitting on top of the box. But I found a huge egg in the box! I am wondering if she could...

Honestly, I don't think this would work, and it could even be harmful to the hen. Besides, with all the pooping they do, you'll have some colorful potty droppings and brown eggs

 Sorry Em. I'll have to pass on the head chopping.

Ugh. Nor my head or my butt hurts but my back is killing me   No more lugging those heavy waterers around for a while

Quote: Originally Posted by KatGold  Thanks Holly.   Two questions:   1) How do I make sure she has enough fresh air? Should I use a straw and blow air into the holes? (FYI, I only...

Quote: Originally Posted by Bunnylady  Who would have ever thought there was so much to be said about people saying nothing? Not me Well, when you bring Em into it...

Could be a bone malformation. I'd leave it be if she doesn't appear to be in pain. If she does become lathargic or appears to be in pain, it'd be best to take her to a vet, or cull her from your flock. And if you plan on breeding, make...