I had my first experience with a hen trying to pass a large egg. I saw her pass the egg but before I could get back in the run the other hens were already around it. The egg was mostly intact but there was no yolk and the very tip was broken. I don’t know if the hens got to it and ate it or...
I recently introduced my 10 week old pullets to my hens. I’ve read where there can be bullying and picking. Thankfully I haven’t had any injuries. But the pullets seem to be really scared of the hens. You can see in the picture when they go to roost the hens are on one side and the pullets...
I’m at a loss here. Violet my Lavender Orpington has done this neck bobbing thing twice now about a week apart. Her comb is nice and red, eyes are clear, not hearing any respiratory issues, poop looks good. When this happens she doesn’t go eat with the others, she puffs out her feathers and...
I’m a new chicken mama and I have 6 12-week old Buffs. I’m pretty sure all are pullets except this one. She was always bigger than the others but I can’t tell about the feathers. I also don’t see any spurs coming out on her. What do you think?
I’m new to raising chickens and got my Buff and Lavender Orpingtons three weeks ago. I’m confused about how long to keep them in the brooder since the outside temperatures are in the 90s. I have them in the garage with fans and a Brinsea heater. What is the rule of thumb for moving them...