They should show back up around dusk if they've been living in your coop every night.
You may try shaking a treat bucket or some noise they'll recognize to show them it's safe.
I know you were expecting pure bred since that's what you ordered. I'd affectionately called her an Easter Egger since she's obviously a mix and lays a pretty blue egg. I like the comb!
It definitely helps!! Thank you! I've never even picked up an iron so this is uncharted territory but I'm looking forward to learning. I'm sure it will come in handy!
QUESTION: I found this old (it works!) sewing machine on a property I purchased. My limited research indicates it was built in 1970 for Sears Kenmore. Made in Japan. It's their travel edition. Very heavy- all metal. Can someone with sewing knowledge explain what all these knobs do?
Poor guy!! I'm sure more experienced goat owners will respond but my inclination would be to put him in a sling. Maybe like a dog harness that puts the weight on the chest instead of under the arms?
What are the chances that all of @Strawberry74 and all of @ShannonsChimkens are boys??? I'd be interested in seeing the results of the testing to confirm the vent method is accurate. Those are some crazy odds!
I have a hen like this. For some reason the others like to grab her butt feathers. I think it's because she hogs the favorite nest box.
They can pull feathers at night on the roost too so you may not see it when it happens.
Do you have an Amazon Prime account? If so, it comes with free photo cloud storage called Amazon Photos. It allows you to share albums with friends and family. I don't believe they have to have Amazon to see them.
Just an update. Beau was fixed a couple months ago. He's 16 months old now. Hasn't had any mounting behavior since. I've been bringing him into the goat pen when I'm there to supervise any chance I get. I did get an e- collar but have never used the shock function because the noise (beep) works...