I have hatched my first ever lot of ducklings last October and I know 2 of the 8 will be mules as their dad is a mallard breed (crested drake) and mum is a Muscovy. I was told it'd be obvious who the mules are but not to me :( Six of the ducklings now make a definite QUACK, but 2 are larger than...
To my horror I just discovered two massive sores under one of my hen's wings. I am pretty sure it's from the roister. I noticed her limping a few days ago and I put her in a cage on her own, kind of on bed rest and of course a break from the boy. Tonight I checked her over and she has massive...
Hello, I have a small mixed flock with a rooster. They are all pretty peaceful but grew up together. One of my hens is currently raising 4 chicks. I have a few questions:
1. When should I re-introduce mum and her chicks to the flock? They are currently in a pen a couple if metres away. The main...