Two of my RIRs have a chalky white residue on their fluffy butts, is this something I should be worrie about. They seem fine otherwise. FYI, one of these girls consitantly lays eggs with soft eggshells, that crush under her. She is only one of 14 hens that lays soft eggs, they all free range...
In early March we had a neighbors dog come and kill several of my hens and a kind friend gave me 2 RIR hens to rebuild in flock. All 8 hens are approximately the same age, born around June 1st last year. Since I have 2 different breeds the eggs are easy to identify as to who is laying and who...
yesterday RIR started limping on 1 foot, today having problems with both. I don't see swelling, black spots or bubbles. Her feet are hot, but it is 97 here today. Any suggestions for me. These are 5 yr olds chicks and I am at a loss.