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8/7/12 at 11:15am
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Folks, the original Michigan thread was closed yesterday due to flaming; many hours were spent cleaning it up, and it was reopened, only to have folks come in and begin flaming, trolling, and questioning moderation. Due to the extent of the clean-up needed, it has been decided by the Staff that the original thread will remain closed, but out on the forum so that folks can access the information it contains.

 

To those of you who are regular contributors - please take a moment to review the rules you all agreed to upon joining BYC. They are found at the bottom of the site under "TOS" - if anyone should have questions or require clarification, feel free to PM a Staff member at any time.

 

Please also take a moment before posting your replies to re-read what you've written to be sure it's within the rules. None of us Staff want to be "big brother" and watch threads...we simply don't have the time to do so. Thus, we rely on you to keep the peace, and to report posts before problems ensue. Had reports been made long ago, we may have been able to keep the original thread open.

 

Okie dokie - 'nuf said!

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post #2 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:43am
  • Opa
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I'm glad to see we have a Michigan thread up and running once again.  One word needs to be remembered by all of us as we post.......civility. 

 

Hopefully everyone will just drop thinking about the old thread.  Let it go and move on to enjoying our friendships on our new thread.
 

When having problems with chickens stop and think, what would Harlan do?
I've dealt with many thorns in my life and the flower is always worth the effort.

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When having problems with chickens stop and think, what would Harlan do?
I've dealt with many thorns in my life and the flower is always worth the effort.

6 Nest rollout nest box plans  http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/287684/new-rollout-nest-design-picture-heavy-edited-1-21

Smoker plans http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/721017/opas-recirculating-smoker

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post #3 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:48am
What the crap is flaming? I've missed you all today!! Lets behave OK?!?!

City Savvy turned Country Chic.... what was I thinking?  I have 1 amazing man, 3 Girls, 4 dogs, 20 Chickens,11 Ducks, 6 Turkeys, 1 seriously messy house and I couldn't ask for anything else. OK, maybe a cleaning fairy.....

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City Savvy turned Country Chic.... what was I thinking?  I have 1 amazing man, 3 Girls, 4 dogs, 20 Chickens,11 Ducks, 6 Turkeys, 1 seriously messy house and I couldn't ask for anything else. OK, maybe a cleaning fairy.....

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post #4 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:50am

Glad to see you, Sam!  And fuzzy.  Afraid to say any thing now!  Hope all has a good day.  It's beautiful outside.  What a relief from all that humidity.  

I got 5 of my 6 broodies broke.  Last one in the brooder box.  Couple of days I'll set her free and see what happens.  Seems some are also molting!  Feathers everywhere!    

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post #5 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:50am
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Originally Posted by Opa View Post

I'm glad to see we have a Michigan thread up and running once again.  One word needs to be remembered by all of us as we post.......civility. 

 

Hopefully everyone will just drop thinking about the old thread.  Let it go and move on to enjoying our friendships on our new thread.
 

thumbsup.gif  Yep - the past is past...move forward.  Also, forgive & forget.

 

 

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Originally Posted by Momma K View Post

What the crap is flaming? I've missed you all today!! Lets behave OK?!?!

First, "what the crap" is certainly not a very civil thing to say.  Just sayin'.  You may want to have a look at the rules - they are under TOS at the bottom of the page.  Flaming is explained fully there.  smile.png

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post #6 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:51am

Backyard farm mom, you do need to smell her crop. The brain damage is also a possibility.  Also, Have a good look at your birds, are their combs pale?  There could be an underlying problem, like worms or lice. Roosters will often go for the underlings, or the weak ones.  She could even be weak from the others not letting her eat enough, there are a lot of possibilities.  

The best thing to do is to shadow her for a day or two and see what you can pick up by watching her.          

 

Definitely feed her some cooked yolk and whatever else good you can, seperate from the others. She needs to get her strength up, and unfortunately in the bird world weaklings are not given top priority at the feed station.  :(

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Confirmed chicken hugger  :D

 

"You can't wait for your circumstances to change to find joy; you have to seek joy first, and that gives you the strength to change your circumstances." Quote, Bonnie St. John

 

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post #7 of 11470
8/7/12 at 11:52am
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Originally Posted by chickflick View Post

Glad to see you, Sam!  And fuzzy.  Afraid to say any thing now!  Hope all has a good day.  It's beautiful outside.  What a relief from all that humidity.  

I got 5 of my 6 broodies broke.  Last one in the brooder box.  Couple of days I'll set her free and see what happens.  Seems some are also molting!  Feathers everywhere!    

 

 

I let a few broodies hatch just a couple, and within days of their chicks hatching, they began to molt, too!  It's in the air, I say!  (You know I'll put down the personal smack-down on you if you say anything out of line, Rose!  hugs.gif )

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Just for fun:  First & second generation "olive eggers," and a few ducks - Welsh Harlequin, Black Swedish, Black Runner.

 

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post #8 of 11470
8/7/12 at 12:02pm

lol, That's my buddy, Wynette!  She don't let friendship get in the way of her job!   hugs.gif    hide.gif   I let one of my broodies hatch out two eggs.  Both roosters!!!  barnie.gif   You want a couple of favorelle roosters??  fl.gif  One is black, and one is blue with beautiful colors coming in. 

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post #9 of 11470
8/7/12 at 12:05pm
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OH, goodness, that is a GORGEOUS breed in males!  Thanks, but no thanks!  What a good friend you are, trying to pawn off your extras on me.... roll.png

SPECIALIZING IN:  Jersey Giants.  Black Copper Marans.  Silver Penciled Plymouth Rocks.  Isbars.  Click to view my website.

Just for fun:  First & second generation "olive eggers," and a few ducks - Welsh Harlequin, Black Swedish, Black Runner.

 

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SPECIALIZING IN:  Jersey Giants.  Black Copper Marans.  Silver Penciled Plymouth Rocks.  Isbars.  Click to view my website.

Just for fun:  First & second generation "olive eggers," and a few ducks - Welsh Harlequin, Black Swedish, Black Runner.

 

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post #10 of 11470
8/7/12 at 12:08pm

Hey!  You know me... any thing for a friend!!  love.gif

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