Hi Tonya and John, sorry it took so long to respond as I was inactive on the site. I am at Allegany Co, that would be some 120 miles to the West of Binghamton.
Hi, Jeff here from Southern Tier NY, Does anyone have any experience with partridge wyandottes from Ideal Poultry, or any other hatchery for that matter? Mostly interested in general color and penciling. Thanks.
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Here is the requested info:
1- 10X7 coop plus nesting boxes, so roughly 4 sqft/bird
2- fenced run 100 ft X50 ft, currently under some 10" of snow, some 200 sqft cleared (pics are from late NOV/early DEC ) .
3- all birds are 3 days shy of 10 months old
4- No. 2 (SL WYN) is aggressive towards...
Hi All, Thanks again for all who showed concern, came up with suggestions, or wished well. Looks like crisis has been averted for the moment. The bird has been getting extra protein just to help her through the next few days. As of the roosting time this evening, the saddle had remained/is in...
Thanks for everyone who showed concern and tried to help. I was able to get the saddle on the hen per micstrachan and Eggcessive's suggestion/instructions. We'll see how it works tomorrow. The image above was particularly useful.
Thanks. Good suggestions. I will use a large cat crate for tonight (unless otherwise advised) to stop things getting worth. I can keep her separated that much.Do you know of any video or illustrations on making or use of saddle? It will take some time to buy one (deep rural area here).
I noticed some feathers missing from a young hen, on the upper back near the neck. This morning I noticed blood and more feathers missing towards the lower back. The injury, most likely as a result of pecking, got worth by the evening. As the injuries are likely happening during the daytime, I...