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    what breed makes the best broody hen?

    This is a slightly different question: I want a sustainable flock of 6-8 layers. My hens are all fine layers, Bantam and B.Orpinton mixes. I selected a newly hatched American Leghorn ROOSTER to join my flock after my own rooster died a few months ago. Now I'm told that American Leghorns have...
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    possible respiratory problem caused death?

    And someone's tending your chickens, I trust. Happy Holidays to you and yours! (Forgive my curiosity, but is "Ct" short for "Chicken trainer"?)
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    possible respiratory problem caused death?

    Many thanks, Ken. And what a pleasure to hear from your part of the world--one of my favorite places, Nairobi and the country surrounding it!
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    possible respiratory problem caused death?

    My four month old pullet, who had been sneezing only occasionally in the last month, changed her "chirp" this morning. She was eating but not hanging with the flock of six; at dusk she was outside the run but by herself. The others all headed for the run and coop. I went to get her, she tried to...
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    ⠀ Q: What research does Purina do on their feeds?

    Thanks MeepBeep!
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    ⠀ Q: What research does Purina do on their feeds?

    Are there any plans for Purina to develop an organic feed for chickens?
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