Unfortunately, you were correct she did not make it through the night. All her siblings seem to fine after a thorough inspection. I feel bad that I didn’t catch it before.
My hen hatched 10 eggs, one of them died trying to break out the egg. The other nine have been doing well for about 6 weeks. This evening, I went out to the coop and found one of them laying down, with one wing spread out. I pulled her out in case she was injured but she is getting worse by...
Hi I am a novice at chickens as I am entering my fourth year of raising chickens. My favorite breed are the Silver Dorkings. I have had a few breeds and always looking to add to my small flock. I use the chickens primarily for eggs but have processed a few. They are a pleasure to watch and...