I actually use DE on a regular basis, I guess it is time to reapply! :o) I try not to use any chemicals on the birds (or on my property for that matter) because they are such sensitive animals.
I have to say that I have been so hesitant to create an account with BYC and I am so glad I did...
Thank you for your kind, encouraging words. My little girl passed away and I am pretty sad. I have learned many things since I decided to become a chicken lover, the main one is that there is a certain level of love I can have for them. Care for them enough to give them a good life, but not...
Oh believe me, integrating flocks will never happen again. My little girl is doing worse, barely opening her eyes and wont drink from the dropper. I am incredibly heartbroken right now to think that I will have to cull the whole flock. Never in my wildest dreams did I think My whole flock...
Hello! I am new to BYC but check these forums constantly for clues to this mystery disease spreading through my flock. Unfortunately, I still have no idea what it is!
I used to have 5 hens, and all was well. We got 10 babies, they grew up, and all was fine. We got 4 new baby bantam cochins...
Mine have done the same thing! It is so weird! For a few days my hens are not able to stand or walk, they act fine otherwise, and out of nowhere, they are fine again! Does Marek's make them permanently paralyzed or only temporary?
Only difference is that a "sneezing fit" and diarrhea has been...