I would love some input on my current situation: my silkie has been super broody for weeks, if not longer-- she will stay in the nest box with two other silkies. Recently, when she did emerge, she was limping, more like dragging her lame leg. After a few days of no improvement, I've brought...
Hi everyone! I am wondering what the result would be of a bantam (silkie x LF naked neck) rooster with silkie feathering bred to a LF Naked neck result in? Any input is appreciated! Thanks :)
I have a handful of very beautiful Silkie and Turken Roosters that we cannot keep (we live in town). Looking to rehome them locally in the Charleston area.
Black Silkie, White and Buff Showgirl/Turken
Hey guys! I'm actually looking for natural (undyed) chicken/rooster feathers that are as red/maroon as possible. Preferably gamecock, but I'm unsure what colors they come in. Does anyone have any ideas as to what breeds would have that color?
The second issue is: I'm looking to craft with...
Hi everyone, one of my silkies (out of seven various hens), has developed a terrible issue with her left eye-- looks like a yellow growth from the corner of her eye. I had treated the hen's drinking water with tetracycline. After about a week (maybe?), I did not see this yellow growth and...
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We have a backyard flock of 7 hens, that have been integrated together for awhile now. We are noticing that one of our hens is being a big fat JERK (the only way to say it) to our 3 silkies. It breaks my heart to see my little guys get pecked on all day.. The other hens, which...
Hi everyone! I have a poor silkie with eye issues. About a week ago, we noticed a swollen oozing eye.
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We didn't notice any other symptoms, no wheezing or nose drainage. Some of her feathers were a little crusty, but we couldn't determine if...