We got a mix of 21 chicks last week and all are doing well except for 2 of the Barred Rock chicks. They are frequently seen trying to reach their bottoms and one has actually worn the feathers off on her backside. They seem to be eating, drinking and pooping ok and their bellies are soft...
Does anyone know whre I can get real looking and feeling decoy eggs? A few of my hens have started eating the eggs. My book suggests placing decoys in some of the laying nest. Any other advice appreciated.
My 2 year old hen has not been her usually perky self for a few days. Last night I noticed a long thin strip of something hanging out of her butt. Sounds nasty I know. It kind off looking like small empy sausage casing???!! I was able to pull some of it out with causing her distress. She...