Posts by Lbrad7

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X2...very common.   Quote: Originally Posted by azygous  If the worst happened - an egg cracking open inside your pullet - you would probably be seeing signs of distress in her by now. That's usually...

Leghorns are fantastic layers but IMHO they are the loudest birds you can keep not to mention they are really nervous and flighty. I would rehome all of the leghorns before they cost you your whole flock. The RIRs and BRs along...

You may want to start feeding them some Black Oil Sunflower Seeds (BOSS) as a daily treat to help them through the molt. The extra protien helps them grow the feathers a little faster..not to mention the LOVE those...

I live in NW GA and I experienced the same thing this year and I think you are right..it has just been so gloomy and the limited light shut them down. I went from getting over 70 eggs a day down to 10-13. They are just about...

Once the draw blood you need to separate them ASAP..they will keep pecking that wound relentlessly. Keep them apart until the wound or wounds completely heal then try putting them together again. If you don't have another area to...

Sorry for your loss. I have learned that when it comes to predators, you could have 500 chickens and one favorite and the predator will get your favorite EVERY TIME!!!   Quote: Originally Posted by...

Quote: Originally Posted by hdowden  220% cockerel. it has pointed hackle feathers, plus the deep dark red on the wings like that is a cockerel only thing. the irradcent green on the tail any black chicken will...

Quote: Originally Posted by chigger bait  Question... You can use the BOSS still in the hull like you feed to wild birds or does a person need to use the de-hulled ones? I feed mine in the hull...

Blood on the egg shell of the first eggs or on an exceptional large egg is common. I dont think it is anything to be worried about. Should go away soon.