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    Scalped Hen! Help! *Graphic Pics*

    Blue Kote is king at my house for this stuff...it lasts awhile and doesn't leave an oil slick that can trap germs.
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    Is there any breed that likes to be held?

    The best "pet" chicken breed (imho) is silkies. They are actually known for it, but as with any animal they need to be handled as babies. I did have a pet Ameraucana named Monkey(which was unusual...they are known for NOT liking to be handled). She was the last of a clutch to hatch under a mutt...
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    Bare butts!

    it could be a lot of things...often it is some sort of nutrient deficiency. I'm a little concerned about them being forced to be "vegetarian". Chickens are naturally omnivorous, and if they aren't getting enough of whatever it is they need, they may not recover from the problem. Do they get any...
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    Araucana's Compatability?

    I have Ameraucanas and they get along well with all my other breeds...it just took the normal amount of time to introduce them to new flock members
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    What SMALL breed of dog will protect my chickens?

    Quote: My brother-in-law had a rat terrier...the problem was that they tend to be one-owner dogs. That dog bit everyone it met at least once that got too close to Chris. Just something to consider if there will be kids around=)
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    What SMALL breed of dog will protect my chickens?

    Don't get a Jack Russell...I found out the hard way they tend to maniacally murder chickens lol...I have a Queensland Heeler, but I am having to re-home him because he has gotten a taste for my chickens(thanks to a temporary neighbors 6 dogs with a pack mentality). I think an Aussie Shepherd...
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    Need Help!! Single baby Hatched

    Chicks always do better when there is more than one- or you'll have the problem I did- it will imprint on YOU as Mom, and it will squawk to be picked up! lol- as cute and fun as it was, the squawking got very loud the bigger "Monkey" got- once I put her in with my young silkies, it was no...
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    Trapped a Neighbor's Dog on My Deck....Got an Earful

    Quote: Quote: Sorry if this sounds rude and disrespectful like "all" kids today are, but as a 15 year old teenager myself I REALLY don't think its fair to say that. Why the heck do people think that "all" kids today are respectful! Sure there are jerks out there, there always will be, but...
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    When will me EEs start laying? - They are 5 months

    All but one of mine started laying at about 8 months...the other was closer to 9. I have 6 hens, so we were getting impatient! Hang in there- their eggs are worth the wait
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    Help! Need to get some weight back on hen thats been broody and sittin

    Try offering her a some scrambled egg for awhile...and throw a little olive oil in it. It will help her gain some weight back, and it's very healthy.
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    natural incubation

    Yes, but they have to be "broody"( in other words they have to be wanting to sit on the eggs and protect them). If you want them to be incubated by a broody hen I would suggest investing in a Silkie hen or two- they are famous for being great sitters, AND great mommas!
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    Will My chickens get struck by lightning?

    If you have a coop that is very tall, and is taller than everything else in the area, then it isn't impossible for it to be struck- however, it is highly unlikely. Look up some info about lightning on the internet- that will be your best bet. I would most certainly not, EVER, sit in a coop...
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    Not an emergency but need opinions

    I wouldn't be so hasty to cull. I was given a hen awhile back that had a significant crossed beak, and she did very well. I would give her scrambled egg treats once in awhile, but I do that for all my chickens. I'd suggest giving it some time...see how it goes. Besides- it sounds to me more...
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    Cost Per Bird: Colored Rangers

    You might also look into a different brand of feed...make some calls around to your feed stores and see what else they have. See if you can find a brand that has a good price, but still decent quality! As far as your birds go- 10$ a bird in the grocery store would be a "little" expensive, but...
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    Is it even worth it to butcher my bantams?

    stock Stock STOCK!!! Those little guys will serve you in many ways(pun intended!)! bake them in the oven over some veggies till the meat falls off the bone, then take what's left of the chicken and the roasted veggies and make a wonderful, rich homemade chicken stock from what's left. You can...
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