Recent content by HuskerHens18

I have a hen with spurs too. She is a Super Blue. :) Some do, some don't. I think it's just in their genes.

I should have his number in my phone, let me double check. I'll message you. 😊

What kind of information do you need? 😁 I have taken chickens and ducks to Dr Brad Johnson in Norfolk, Nebraska. It's just called Norfolk Veterinary Clinic.

Aww what a pretty little egg ❤

Could it be a wren?

They might go after whoever is lowest in the pecking order the hardest. She might be the one who needs it the most. :)

That's a relief! I am so glad they're safe! 😁❤ You sound like an excellent chicken parent!

Is she free ranged? This is a shot in the dark here, but I wonder if a predator tried to grab her and ripped out the feathers instead? I see some blood so I'm certain she did not lose them naturally. Hopefully it doesnt happen again. You did good with the vetericyn, I would've done the same. If...

I saw you mention fowl pox, I have never experienced it so I dont have much room to talk about it. But from the images I see, they are swollen sores that look really gross. Chickens can get into little quarrels at random, even ones that typically get along. Especially roosters. Sparring and...

Hi! Sorry your rooster isn't feeling well :( Do you have another rooster or a mean hen? I'm wondering if he got beat up really bad. The purple comb tips do concern me a little, what are his other symptoms besides the black scabs? Is he skinny? How is his breathing? Is it raspy? What does his...

I suppose it's up to you. If the hen isnt sitting on the nest constantly nothing will hatch and the eggs will start to get old and rot. I personally would throw the eggs out, it could potentially attract a bad predator. I dont think the cat poses any threat. It might just be cold. If you're...

My cats eat eggs, just a warning. When hens sit on eggs, they make them super warm. Cats LOVE warm things, so it is probably laying on them to warm itself. :)

Hi! :) How old is the rooster? If he is around 7 months to a year old that tends to be when they go overboard on mating. In most cases it will go away when his hormones calm down, some are just always aggressive when it comes to mating. I always separate my young roosters to protect the hens...

😊Thanks! The more I thought about it, the more it made sense. If raccoons and other predators can take the time to find flaws, even under pressure of guard dogs and human activity, cats should be able to find them just as easy, if not easier. I'm not good at typing out ideas, but I thought...

Cats are snoopy, troublesome pets. That's why we love them so much! Cats are great rodent catchers, and can get rid of your mouse problem very quickly in the coop. What else can they do that's helpful to the coop? Find gaps and holes! How to do it: Having your chickens inside is optional...