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    ISA-Brown page. :)))))))

    All my hens are free range and I know the ages and average fall of egg laying. Let me be more specific; I am asking specifically for the ISA as far as their health beyond those years as I have heard they are prone to several health concerns compared to other breeds. So how is their health...
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    ISA-Brown page. :)))))))

    I've a question about the ISA Brown's "older" years. I tend to keep spent hens, but I've heard mixed things about the quality of life of ISA brown's after 2 years of age. How is their health? Laying?(I don't expect them to be even close to peak). And how is their general disposition?
  3. Falkenhof

    B.Y.C. Dorking Club!

    Oh my! That is my concern, the PO and its variables. If I was to pick up, it would be a LONG journey for me and I would probably hold off until my pullets were were I wanted and needed to widen the gene pool more. Has Lucky attended any shows? How satisfied are you with his growth, coloring...
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    B.Y.C. Dorking Club!

    I was wondering if anyone had experience with the hatching eggs from Black Diamond Ranch? I know hatching eggs are a bit of a gamble under all circumstances, but how have people's hatched in the past?
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    hen attacked by dog

    Pawprint is correct-Peroxide does kill healthy tissue, which is why is should only be used on surface wounds or shallow wounds where the diluted Peroxide can be flushed clean. I apologize for not being more specific. The bubbling action though, has the great benefit of being a debris loosening...
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    rooster or hen silkies

    Silkies are known to be very difficult to sex. Generally its a tough call, but here is the silkie thread that describes all the silkie sexing methods. I don't believe all your images came through, but if you get them through, it will help...
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    hen attacked by dog

    Good job, I am sure she appreciates it, as the care does soothe the wound. I really hope she heals fast for you and is back to her old self. I know how it feels, I have dealt with dogs that wouldn't even look at a chicken and then just gave a chase or caught one. I agree with your thinking...
  8. Falkenhof

    Best for frying?

    Thanks, yet again! The Dorkings seem like the go-to breed for my situation. If I can really help the breed as well, that is an added bonus. Their personality is an added bonus, especially with the chickens I breed or show and don't plan on eating. I had considered Dorkings in the past, but also...
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    Best for frying?

    WOW he is HANDSOME! Thank you so much for all this information! If I raise for meat I should put the effort into raising for show quality as well. I need a project that I can get enjoyment from and a tiny bit of production from (meat and eggs). One other question: How are they, particularly the...
  10. Falkenhof

    I just lost my favorite hen ~ egg yolk peritonitis :(

    I'm very sorry for your loss. Very strong of you to examine what was wrong. Very sorry,
  11. Falkenhof

    hen attacked by dog

    Sorry to hear about your hen. If the gash isn't deep I would just clean it out with Peroxide Water. If it is deep, plain water or saline water. Only use Peroxide wash once. Saline can be used more often if it needs a flushing. Then a layer of Neosporin (the kind without pain relief). I wouldn't...
  12. Falkenhof

    Best for frying?

    Thank you again! Its good to know I can let them mature longer if the need be and not have a tough bird. Since the Dorkings are rare, where could I get good Silver SQ/BQ individuals as chicks from a hatchery? (Or any well known individuals, as a St. Run?) who would sell at less than 25 chicks...
  13. Falkenhof

    Best for frying?

    Thank you! I checked the other BYC threads about Dorkings and they seem perfect! Any suggestion on a particular slaughter time or weight for this breed? Or just standard 13-20 weeks?
  14. Falkenhof

    Best for frying?

    I love white meat and I use dark meat for soups, but what Heritage breed is the "best" for frying? So I am looking for: -Large breasted, -Look the same, mostly, -Maturity time is of no concern for me, they can take all the time they need. - I primarily fry chicken, so a bird that is suitable...
  15. Falkenhof

    How many could I keep?

    Thank you! Its really important to me that all my chickens have the space they should have, but also that my pasture remains tip-top for them.
  16. Falkenhof

    Baby Chicks, Baby Ducks, and Baby Quil

    You can feed the ducks and the chicks the same, but the quail do better on a higher protein diet and require the feed to be blended down in a blender a little bit. Most people recommend gamebird starter or other fowl feed that is 18% protein. That, or the chick starter and a bit of cat food if...
  17. Falkenhof

    Review by '' on item 'Old English Game Bantam'

    I've got 5 of these guys that are not at all near perfection of the standard, but I didn't buy for show. If you are looking for a chicken that can roam and hold his own, this is the breed. They are alert, don't eat much, great at foraging, and require less care than my EEs. They like to roam and...
  18. Falkenhof

    How many could I keep?

    I have a little over 1 acre of pasture for my chickens (no other grazing animals). I feed them free-choice layer, shell, etc. They get a forage block in the run for early morning picking or if they are kept in for bad weather. The pasture is a mix of wild flowers, clover, native grass, and...
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    EMERGENCY. Is anyone awake? Buff Orp dripping blood from vent

    Chickens heal remarkably. If the wound isn't very deep but breaks the skin and fat, then I would switch to a non-pain-relief antibiotic ointment. Wash the wound once a day and keep her away from the flock until its mostly healed up. If you've got pictures, that would be helpful. If the wound is...
  20. Falkenhof

    Adding two young adult hens to my flock- Questions!

    I would try and set up some sort of area out of a few cheap posts and chicken wire, a quick roosting bar and the carrier. Chickens work things out on their own in a natural order, its the illnesses that are nastier than grumpy hen. Stress from travel can make these illnesses worse for your new...
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