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    Diarrhea

    My Barred Rock has diarrhea. She is still laying, does not appear to feel bad, but I'd like to clear this up. Any suggestions appreciated!
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    Rooster is limping

    My two-year-old rooster is limping and doesn't want to put much weight on his left foot. I can see no injury or trauma to his foot or leg. There is not a vet locally who will treat chickens. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I can do to help my sweet rooster? Is there anything I...
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    Taming chickens

    Aha! Meal worms and patience. Sounds like just the ticket. Many thanks for your suggestions. I'll give this a try.
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    Taming chickens

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    Taming chickens

    Is there any way to "tame" adult chickens that have been given to me? I can't even catch them, much less pick them up or pet them. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    Hello Chicken Lovers

    Thank you all so much for your warm welcome, and suggestions on how to handle the new pups with my chickens. I believe part of the problem is that these were stray pups who were starving, and so the chickens looked like lunch to them. I won't start any training until the puppies have just had...
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    Hello Chicken Lovers

    I presently have one rooster and two hens, but am expecting six more hens soon. My chickens free range during the day and go into their coop at night. I have five dogs, all rescues, who pay no attention to the chicks. I have just rescued two starving puppies, about 4-5 months old. As soon as...
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