We got lav orpington roo as a chick and our friend got some from the same breeder. All of hers died from tumors/fox attack and now ours seems sick! His poop has been very runny and we went out to the chicken yard and his face,comb, and wattles were purple and he appeared to be coughing on flem...
Just curious, our ducks were very lovey when they were young, but now they don't like being held anymore( we gave them lots of attention ) any reason why?
Wow! My first post! I know all you veteran chicken owners can help! We have our first herd of chicks (6 weeks old) and I think that they are ready to go out into the coop with the big girls at night. I have fenced off an area for them that is totally safe and secure...the older girls are not...