We have a leghorn hen that is approaching 10 months. I recently noticed a lack of feathers on her butt. It's not messy or bloody, but I'm worried. As far as I can tell, she still lays eggs, hasn't lost weight, and acts the same as usual. No other chickens in the coop have this problem.
After...
Update: good news! After operation buttermilk, she seems to be acting normal. If something strange happens again with her, I'll refer back to this thread. Thank you for the advice!
Thank you!
I'm a bit hesitant to take action, though. I watched her again, and after setting her in the shade, she did freeze up for a bit, but began exploring after a while.
Should I feed her buttermilk?
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The hens are probably trying to crow, or something. It happened to me once. Yes--hens can crow.
I'm not sure, but if they're not getting hurt or anything I wouldn't worry.
-Midnight.
Night: How in the name of mIni do you guys like pepper?
Goldie: still making a O.o face
Glow: Crows beautifully
Goldie: I thought you were supposed to be terrible at crowing!
Glow: Nooooo, I'm wonderful.
Crows but chokes
Night: He's so dumb
Rubysun watched the activity in the FirEFlock camp from he perch on a burnt, shriveled tree. Nothing much was going on but she uneasily glanced towards the setting sun. Something did not seem right.