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    Embryos stopped growing, but might still be alive

    First up, this question is actually about cockatiel eggs. I haven't been able to find any information that seems like a match, and the development process is similar enough that I think there's a good chance you'd be able to help me out. Cockatiel eggs take 18-21 days to hatch on average. I...
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    4h tips plz!

    ...pose using mealworms or another enticing treat and gradually make them stand prettily longer before getting it. Practice without a visible mealworm *before* show time. Clicker training can help a lot with this. It’s super important that you’re friendly with the judge. Smile a lot and make...
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    Lap Chickens

    I recommend also looking into faverolles! They’re known for being extremely docile. I’ve had some wonderful naked necks, too. Super friendly and tough as nails. Not sure where you currently plan on getting your birds, but birds from large scale hatcheries don’t always align with expectations...
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    any advice and help to teach me what to look for in a basic american class show chicken conformation

    What breed(s) are you interested in? Each one is a bit different
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    anyone relate to this strange occurance?

    My hen experienced something similar. She may not go back to laying normal eggs, and if that is the case you will want to keep a very close eye on her for signs of problems. This will place her at risk for reproductive issues like the one that my hen got, egg yolk peritonitis. Find an avian vet...
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    What Rabbits Do You Have? Show Off Your Rabbits Here!

    SternRose, not sure if your question is directed at myself or Sapphire02, but I can go ahead and give my rationale. I keep house rabbits. They are litter trained and allowed to hop about as they please while I am home during the day. Keeping them locked up may be the simpler option, especially...
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    What Rabbits Do You Have? Show Off Your Rabbits Here!

    Yeah, the possibility of the third bunny left out is what makes me a little unsure about having a trio. That's such a fun idea for a house! And the brown and white may not be a dutch, but it does have dutch markings which is why I called it one. Rabbits certainly are more delicate when it comes...
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    help with this hen butt!

    If you clean it off and it just gets messy again, I recommend trimming her butt feathers. The issue can be caused by stress, but some hens just can't poop without getting their bums all messy whether they are stressed or not. As for the feather loss, it's possible that she's trying to clean...
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    Cleaning

    That depends a lot on the size and setup of your coop, how many birds you have, temperatures, and a whole other range of factors. Without a bit more info, the best people will be able to tell you is how often they clean their own coops and that you should clean yours as often as it takes to keep...
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    What Rabbits Do You Have? Show Off Your Rabbits Here!

    Thanks! Yeah, I've been doing a lot of reading up on bonding and introductions. That's exactly what I plan on doing. I'm also not going to let Piper even see the room I plan to keep all the bunnies in until I have both or all of them and am ready to start introducing them to each other so I can...
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    Sick hen with foamy yellow poop. Help! Update: Diagnosed with egg yolk peritonitis

    Hi everybody, sorry for completely vanishing for so long. I swore I wouldn't after reading so many other threads that ended on cliffhangers like this, and never intended to wait so long to update. I'm afraid it's because things went in a way that makes them very tough to write about. I decided...
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    What Rabbits Do You Have? Show Off Your Rabbits Here!

    So many adorable rabbits here! This is my mutt bunny, Piper! I got her back in March from a feed store where her previous owners had just left her. She's a spunky little sweetheart. I am going to get her spayed in the next couple weeks and I've been thinking about getting her a friend (or maybe...
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    Bunny probs

    No problem! If he is an unneutered boy, you should be able to tell pretty easily by seeing if he's got any big business going on in the back. Otherwise he may be neutered or actually a girl. Rabbits are pretty easy to sex incorrectly when they are young. That's a great sign! Was the kick a...
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    bunny diet

    Not sure about the skinniness, but rabbits should actually have limited access to pellets (which can cause obesity) and unlimited hay. Other veggies, like the herbs, are also great to give. Could it be that she only appears to be skinnier because they shaved some of her fluffy hair away?
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    Bunny probs

    It will be tough, but the best thing to do is to spend some time near him while completely ignoring him. Sit on the floor and read a book or watch tv or something. This will help him get used to and comfortable with your presence. Once he's good with that, you can start placing yummy greens near...
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    Naked Neck/Turken Thread

    Same. I have seen threads dedicated to showing in which people do so with no issue, and they are the people who would be getting upset about it, right? As long as it is done respectfully, I think it is fine. And if the person has good stock it is basically free advertising for them and can help...
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    Double yolks

    It isn't unhealthy in and of itself, but has the potential to cause strain and other issues. There isn't really anything you can do about it, so I would recommend you simply keep an eye out for signs of egg binding and prolapsed vent. The double-yolk-layer will be much more at risk for these.
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    Usually lively hen suddenly acting quiet and sleepy

    My guess would be that she is egg bound or dehydrated, or both. Soft shelled eggs are much harder to lay as they give a bit when the hen's muscles try to push it put. She might have another one of those stuck inside her. Read up on egg binding and try giving her a warm bath and massage. I would...
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    Dumbest Things People Have Said About Your Chickens/Eggs/Meat

    I know I'm contributing to one of this thread's many latest tangents, and a somewhat controversial one at that... but since we're all about education here, I want to address some of your folks' concerns on the collection of the tasmanian tiger and other animals for study. The knowledge gained by...
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    Hen eating, drinking, and somewhat active but with a bloated stomach not able to walk without using

    As far as home remedies, all you really can do is drain her. This will make her more comfortable and hopefully give her more time. It is risky though, in that it can cause infection. If she gets an infection, she will need major meds that you probably won't be able to get on your own.
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