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  1. Yardmom

    3 broodys on one clutch?

    I have a Silkie flock which has multiple broodies frequently. If two try setting together in the same nest, we place them together in a dog crate and then give them the eggs we want to hatch. We have tried it with 3 and even had successful hatched with 3, but have noticed chicks have a harder...
  2. Yardmom

    When should chicks be introduced to the flock?

    I would integrate sooner rather than later. The older the chicks the more older birds feel the need to show their dominance. Be aware that the mamas may scuffle in their instincts to protect the chicks, but also because they have been out of the flock for a bit.
  3. Yardmom

    Rooster count

    Coop 1. 26 hens 4 roos. Due to some penning during breeding season one boy currently stays his distance from the flock. He is still able to come into roost. In the past I have had 5 roos in this coop at once. It was fine as the flock master at the time kept tabs on everyone's behavior. At...
  4. Yardmom

    Eggs hatching wrong what to do?

    I have not had this situation, but I would guess you would approach it the same as other eggs hatching. Help Slowly and only when necessary. Look at the Guide to Assisted Hatching if you have not already done so.
  5. Yardmom

    How to prevent Hen mounting other Hen

    Yes, separating a hen can cause more disruption when the hen is returned. Each time she returns she may need to demonstrate that she is in charge. Personally I would leave them together to work it out in the way chickens do.
  6. Yardmom

    Anatolian shepherd killed one of my hens

    I'm don't have experience with Livestock Guardian dogs, but my understanding is they need a lot of training for understanding who they are guarding and who they are guarding against. 6 months is still very much a puppy. Puppies are still learning how to function in their jobs (or families)...
  7. Yardmom

    Help! How do I get my ducks and geese to go into the pond?

    Ducks can be scared of what they don't know, so that might be all you are dealing with. On the other hand ducks sometimes stay out of the water due to dangers such as snappers. If the ducks regularly go to the edge of the pond without going in I would just let them get in on their own time.
  8. Yardmom

    Is my rooster a Purebred Ameraucana? Once again

    I think there is a good chance this cockerel is carrying two blue egg genes.
  9. Yardmom

    New Duck Parents

    To tell if ducks are male or female look at the tail. Drakes get a curly feather that sticks up that hens do not normally get. Also listen to the quack. Drakes are raspy and low sounding. Hens have a louder clearer quacking sound. (With questions sometimes it is best to start a new thread)
  10. Yardmom

    New Duck Parents

    Do you currently have chickens? Or are you just housing the ducks where the chickens have been? If you are housing both chickens and ducks together no need for different feeds. Grown ducks can do fine on a standard poultry (chicken) feed, but nutritionally all flock food with around 20% protein...
  11. Yardmom

    Are there really two different sizes of Silkie chickens?

    There are different sizes, but if the size is not specified the birds could still be bantams.
  12. Yardmom

    wet feather

    Im not sure if there is anything that will help if her oil gland truly doesn't work. If is a matter of just getting it to function encourage her to get wet and preen frequently.
  13. Yardmom

    What is pulling combs off my hens?

    Any chance of them catching their heads in something such as a fence?
  14. Yardmom

    I was told rooster is it a roo or pullet?

    I believe your bird is a pullet. Those familiar with barred breeding would assume having that much white would make it male. Seeing it as a younger bird this definitely could have lead to those knowledgeable about breeding saying it is a male. The mixed breeding has affected the coloring. I'm...
  15. Yardmom

    Leaking waterer

    If I'm picturing your waterer correctly, the little black cap is to plug the hole where the water comes out while filling the waterer. In order to use the waterer you will need to find another way to fill the hole while filling. Once it is filled screw the lid back on first then remove the...
  16. Yardmom

    Pale comb one minute and bright red the next?

    I would guess this is just hormones in a pullet just shy of laying. I have seen it happen in young cockerels.
  17. Yardmom

    Flat Ankle, What Is This and How Can It Be Fixed?

    Has it been like this since you got her? How much does it affect her? Does she lay down frequently? Is she not able to move as fast as the other ducks? Any signs of actual pain?
  18. Yardmom

    Help with hen incubating eggs!

    If the eggs were put under the hen at the same time, they should hatch within a day or so if each other. Candeling a egg that is about to hatch should show obvious movement of the chick in the air cell. A moving air cell would be a sign of a dead egg. If you want more chicks you could try day...
  19. Yardmom

    My hens stopped laying

    Hens that have been laying for a year and a half will take a break. Molting will likely begin soon. In the future they will take laying breaks more frequently.
  20. Yardmom

    Need tips/hacks for separating broody hens

    Did you remove eggs that were added or could there be eggs that were added last couple days?
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