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    Sick Polish

    I've read quite a bit on gapeworm, and I know about Cocci and respiratory infections... but I am still stumped. I have a 6 month old polish that is unable to stand. Yesterday, he stood and reluctantly and lethargically bore weight on his legs, but today he is restricted to just his side. He...
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    Chickens Attacked by Dog

    I read through several posts and replies about chicken attacks. Thank you for your knowledge. My son found a dog in our coop this morning, and 7 chickens were dead (of 19). 3 others remained very injured - they were quarantined in a penned in area with a small coop. One has since died (about 6...
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    Small silkie rooster breeds larger hen?

    I saw some discussion on this website about the possibility of smaller roosters (like a silkie) breeding a larger hen - like a Rhode Island Red. Has anyone had this happen resulting in fertile eggs and chicks? Just curious, as I have this situation occurring now, my hens have been sitting for 2...
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    Aggressive Rooster Ideas

    I searched the archives, and I realize that aggressive rooster behaviors can be common. I wanted to get insight into our particular problem. Had an existing flock of 8 hens and a very docile silky rooster - of varying ages. Two hens were at the top of the pecking order - the oldest hens...
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