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    Hens being aggressive to one silkie

    Thanks so much for your response! We knew it would be tricky when we first got them, but since they all got along so well for the longest time I thought we'd be able to live harmoniously :( I don't necessarily mind if there's a bit of pecking, but the full on attacks just can't happen. So I'm...
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    Hens being aggressive to one silkie

    Hi folks! I wanted to check in if I'm missing something before I order some peepers because I'm out of ideas. Ive got 3 one year old hens. Last year we got 5 chicks, all within a couple of days of each other to raise them together. In the fall we rehomed the rooster since we aren't allowed...
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    Abscess or tumor? *Warning, graphic pictures*

    Thank you so much for answering so quickly and for the info. I'm so sorry you've been through this too.. these are my first chickens and she is our very first chick so it's hitting hard. She's not showing any signs of pain or slowing down whatsoever but I'm sure she isn't comfortable whatsoever...
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    Abscess or tumor? *Warning, graphic pictures*

    That was my initial reaction too, she's just such a trooper. She just wants to spend her time scratching and pretending life is normal! Makes it such a hard decision.
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    Abscess or tumor? *Warning, graphic pictures*

    I noticed some blood on the chest of our alpha hen last night when I went to close them up for the night, and much to my chagrin she has a huge growth on her back between her shoulders. Our hens are only just 7 months old so I know the chances of Marek is possible. I've done two sessions of...
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    Hi all!

    My name is Sarah, and we've had our own little gang since Easter. I got spring chicks as a surprise to the family! We have 2 Americaunas, a Silkie and a gold laced Wyandotte. I grew up with animals, and we have a full house. 2 dogs (who are kept FAR from our chickens ;)) 2 cats, and our herd...
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