I have a couple that are like that too the Vet told me it could have been from stress from the winter and that they are pulling there feathers out. Also it can be bordem from the same food and she suggested I add more protein. hope that helps.
New to BYC whish I found it a long time ago. :cdHave 11 Chichens 6 Barred rocks, 3 NH reds and 2 RI reds. Everyone is so aesome on here and great tips, advice and resources! So glad I found it. will post pics of the girls soon.
I was thinking maybe putting my grass clippings in the run once i start cutting my grass again but thats not for at least 3 weeks. I might try sand and see what happens. I just need to get rid of the smell. we'll see! Thanks for the Tips!!
I have been using hay in my Run but after this winter I now notice a bad mell and the mud comes back pretty quickly even with a small rain storm. Is sand better? any other suggestions? Thanks
Me and My husband were unaware of the land ordiance and we are rurally zoned. after we got our chicken our neighbors reported it to the town who then made us apply for the exception. It was crazy we had to go up infront of a board and state our case and all our abutting neighbors except one came...
Thanks so much for the advice. what kinda of bandage would stay on down there without her scratching at it? I really hope she gets better she is one of the most docile and gentle in the group and I think thats why she gets picked on. I really hope she gets better quick.
This is my Red that has been bullied and peked she has a huge wound. I'm cleaning it with a saline hydrogen peroxide mix and then betadine and triple antibiotic ointment. seems all scabbed over but is there anything else i can do. Her whole bottome is red and swollen. is there anything else I...