Hey everyone, I'm happy to report that she's definitely a pullet. Her comb hasn't grown much bigger and I don't see any hackle feathers, so I'm fairly positive we've got a girl. Thanks again for all your help!
Some quick background: My in-laws bought three chicks from Bomgaar's (farm and ranch supply chain for those that don't know) to add to our flock. They were labeled as lavender orpingtons, and the employee helping my FIL said they were lavender orpingtons, but I'm certain they must have been...
Apologies for the very late response! I followed Eggcessive's advice and my hen is doing great now. I'm so sorry about your two hens. 😢 I hope your rooster pulled through!
Sorry for responding 8 months later! I meant to follow-up after seeing your post but totally forgot. 😅 Just want to start by saying thanks for taking the time to respond to my post. I took your advice and soaked the foot in an Epsom salt bath; I didn't notice any cuts or scabs, but she was...
Hey everyone, I have a mystic onyx pullet ~6 months old that started limping on her right leg about three weeks ago. She was adopted at ~2 weeks with three other chicks (also mystic onyx, all pullets). After noticing the limp, my partner and I kept her isolated from the others for a week to...
Hens go broody when you don’t want them to… and won’t go broody when you do.