We lost our girl yesterday. Today we honoured her in a way we thought she would love. Dee Dee’s favourite treats were blueberries so today, with the help of her flock, my husband, son and I planted and blueberry garden. We marked each bush with a hand painted marker in her honour. She was loved...
I was just looking into locations to send her. I truly am baffled by her sudden death she was a young newly laying hen who by all standards appeared healthy right up until the afternoon a day and a half before she died. I appreciate you taking the time to respond.
So my sweetheart of a bird suddenly stopped using on leg. This was two days ago. I separated her and allowed her rest as well as made a vet appointment for today. Unfortunately she passed through the night. I have no idea what claimed her but I am guessing the leg issue was a symptom and not the...
Thank you. She is super sweet too which I had heard about that breed. The worry wart of the bunch. Good luck with you little one. I am sure she will be sweet and beautiful too.
I like you am a sap. I have a very small flock and haven’t lost any but it is a daily fear. And even though my rooster is a total jerk I can’t get rid of him for fear of what future he may face. Dumb stupid Silkie is too adorable for a pot.
I have a mixed flock. Brahma, Barred Rock, Orpington and a Silkie (who turned out to be a Roo). They all get along and have had no major scuffles. My Brahma was always bigger then all the rest and was super gentle with all the others. She is also a good consistent layer. I have heard the same...
Wow she is pretty!! Mine has a big crest but I think eventually I will have to do something about it so he can see. Here is my boy. He sure thinks he is show quality lol.