Posts by mommahen64

Hi,   Lots of nice shavings, treats, water, etc.  She will be spoiled rotten if she makes it through this.  She seems better every day.  Just need to be patient.   Thanks again!  :)

Hi,   they said it was a break that went straight across to top of her femur.  I did not see the x-ray unfortunately.  It is also near an 'air sack'?  I don't know what that is all about other than they said its...

Hi, I have adopted from the animal rescue league and I know they have a farm animal site.  Did you try contacting them?  It may be a last resort but the hens I've gotten there have been sweet and well cared...

Hi, the vet (who is not chicken savvy) said it was a bad break and that they couldn't cast it because of its location.  They estimated 8 weeks for healing but again, were basing this on a good faith guess.  I like your...

Hi, I think this link will get you to the florida folks.....if not, it's definitely under the where am I thread under the Social category in the site map:   http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/722578/florida

I have adopted birds from our Animal Rescue League - maybe they can help you or foster the birds for you?  Worth a call.....I am in Massachusetts so I'm not much help but I truly hope you are able to find someone to pitch...

Hi,   My RIR hen broke her femur today.  The vet has seen her and said surgery (metal plate and pins) is an option but it is cost prohibitive for me.  They also said I could take her home, give her some pain meds,...

Hi, the good news is that my little aracaunas are starting to lay pretty green eggs.  The problem is they are really small - about the size of the eggs my bantams lay.  Is that normal?  Will they get bigger as they...

Thank you!  I've been driving to Southern RI to see (wait for it...) Dr. Bird.  Yes.  Bird.  :)   She's wonderful but it's along ride.

Geez Louise!  What DOESN'T eat chickens?  :)   I had no idea about the Skunks and possums.  Glad I read this.