Recent content by Lennea10

I have some conflicting information on treating scaly leg mites in chickens. After consulting a vet, the most effective way to treat is to use the Ivermectin 1% injectable solution as a topical, dosed by weight and applied in a series of 3, every 2 weeks. My concern is the egg withdrawal time...

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I have had Silkies for a few years now that have been free ranging during the day. I live in a residental area and have the usual suburban pests. My Silkies love to chase and kill the field mice! I have not had any issues with night creatures as we put them to bed before dusk. There is...

I am looking for a few more silkies to add to our flock of 6. We upgraded the coop and have room for a few more. Most online sites require multiples to be shipped.

I have two 5 month old silkie roosters that need a home. Both came from a small hobby breeder. They have had free range daily. One is black bearded and the other is a white non bearded. They are both playful and handleable. I just have too many roosters for our towns requirements. We are...