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Just got my second soft shell egg today, and am wondering what the cause is. The eggs are normal sized, but the shell is soft, with a paper like feel. They don't break open or leak, but they collapse if you squeeze it at all. The hens have access to oyster shell every day, and eat layer feed...

Have looked at photos until my eyes hurt and can't decide between light brown leghorn or Welsummer. She is 12 weeks old.

Does anyone know of hatcheries or breeders who sell Orpington, Sussex or Brahma started pullets? McMurray has buff orps, but not the others.

I have a speckled sussex 15 weeks old who is very lethargic, and also seems to have a crustiness around her eyes, so they appear half open at times. When I take her out of the coop, she wants to sit in my lap and sleep, or will just nod off standing up. Any ideas or remedies would be welcome!

I have one pair of buff orpington and another of speckled sussex, and I am concerned because they are very ragged in appearance at two weeks of age. They are lively and growing, but look nothing like the fluffy babies of a week or so ago. These are my first chicks, so I just dont know what to...

In the spring I plan to start raising a small flock ( 6 or so) of chicks, and will probably look to a Tractor supply or feed store for so small an amount. I am curious as to what types of chicks these places usually carry. Any chance they would have buff orpingtons?

Just joined today, after looking over the forum. I live in Mass., and at present have no chickens. My plan is to start out with three buff orpingtons and three australorps after the holidays. I want layers that are friendly, docile, fairly quiet and not great fliers. Since they will be pets...