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post #281 of 288
10/26/12 at 7:00pm
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Originally Posted by Lothiriel View Post

No, they can't swim, just float for a little while, and then when their feathers get waterlogged they sink and drown.

They actually can swim.  Just look at the photos.  Not only do they float, but they also paddle with their feet and flap their wings in the pool.  They don't sink at all.  They are extremely buoyant and just need supervision to be sure they are safe.  Our girls love the water.

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and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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I'm Kelly

My Blog! ✿Our Country Chronicles✿

Married mom of 2 precious little girls, 2 cats, 5 Buff Orpington hens,

and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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post #282 of 288
10/26/12 at 7:27pm
I don't think the chickens actually enjoy this experience. I think they are tolerating it!

I test to see if they really liked it would be to see if they would enter the water on their own without being put in by a human.

Mine like to paddle around in the puddles, and they can swim if they fall into my fish pond when they are having a scuffle, but I have never know one to walk into the water and swim about on by itself.

The other thing that make me think they are not enjoying it is they are not doing anything except floating and keeping very still. Keeping still is what they do when they are scared by a predator or strange noise. Keep still and not be noticed.

If they were relaxed they would be preening their feathers, scratching themselves, pecking about on the water surface and making clucking noises.

Chlorine is also harmful to the birds skin and will dry the skin and feather out eventually.
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post #283 of 288
10/26/12 at 7:41pm
i love this thread. I subscribed this time so I don't have to keep looking it up. I think they look very peaceful. I will have to try this nest summer. I have some who come running whenever I turn the hose on.
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post #284 of 288
10/27/12 at 12:18pm
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Originally Posted by Keltara View Post

They absolutely "can" swim.  Just make sure you are there to supervise.  Our chickens LOVE the pool and they will float and paddle their feet and swim.  They don't sink and it's a great way for them to cool off and play with my kids. :)  They are Buff Orpington's.  They are a really friendly breed.

Oh cool! Yea i will supervise them :) 

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post #285 of 288
11/18/12 at 10:04pm

I can't put into words how much I love your photos AND your chickens!! Fabulous! yippiechickie.gif

Amy Wife to David. Momma to my wonderful children and Nonnie to two, 3 dogs,many chickens and LOVING my Seramas!!! Of course ALL are spoiled rotten!

 

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Amy Wife to David. Momma to my wonderful children and Nonnie to two, 3 dogs,many chickens and LOVING my Seramas!!! Of course ALL are spoiled rotten!

 

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post #286 of 288
3/26/13 at 7:15pm
I thought my chickens were spoiled they don't get the hot tub treatment
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post #287 of 288
3/27/13 at 6:39am
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Originally Posted by amyquilt View Post

I can't put into words how much I love your photos AND your chickens!! Fabulous! yippiechickie.gif

Thank you Amy.  :)

I'm Kelly

My Blog! ✿Our Country Chronicles✿

Married mom of 2 precious little girls, 2 cats, 5 Buff Orpington hens,

and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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I'm Kelly

My Blog! ✿Our Country Chronicles✿

Married mom of 2 precious little girls, 2 cats, 5 Buff Orpington hens,

and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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post #288 of 288
3/27/13 at 6:40am
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Originally Posted by dennisthe View Post

I thought my chickens were spoiled they don't get the hot tub treatment

Yep...they certainly are spoiled!  I love them so much. 

I'm Kelly

My Blog! ✿Our Country Chronicles✿

Married mom of 2 precious little girls, 2 cats, 5 Buff Orpington hens,

and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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I'm Kelly

My Blog! ✿Our Country Chronicles✿

Married mom of 2 precious little girls, 2 cats, 5 Buff Orpington hens,

and owner of the Swimming Chickens! 

The greatest gift in life....John 3:16

I am so grateful for Romans 10:9-13

 

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