I have 16 girls and agree with all of the important points above:
Beware: coyotes, fox, hawks, bobcats, and dogs.
Having said that we’ve had attacks and no system will be fool proof. Predators are smart and see you 1,000 times to you seeing them only once. I have seen some crazy stuff for...
Hi! We’ve had a chicken or two just be mean! Raised with everyone and then just go bully! It’s an awful feeling as an owner. We have rehomed them with a local farm. She has a lot of land and they free range. Maybe there’s someone near by that will take them, especially if they are laying. My hen...
I’m so sorry about the attack. If you want to save her, consider going to the vet. My concern would be that the longer you wait the harder it may be for it heal. Good luck. I hope someone on here can help you! ♥️
I have a Labrador and a Cavalier. They ignore the chickens and would not hurt them, but love them for the sweet delights that they drop! It’s kind of a symbiotic relationship. The chickens appreciate the dogs for protection and the dogs love the girls for their poop! Go figure! Gross- I know-...
I would’ve agreed before last week. Early Last summer, I had a broody and I ordered from two different breeders on eBay for Bluebells, and Marans. I also threw some local fertilized eggs under her (some went into an incubator). I let them rest, followed a special schedule for the shipped eggs...
When I had an issue with poultry lice I emailed the “Chicken Chick.” She has a website. She was so kind and helpful. I would be tempted to separate her just in case it is contagious and maybe give her a break from the rooster. Good luck and keep us posted.