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    Broken Neck Chick? Can't Stand Loss. of Muscle Control.

    1 week old chick had pasty-butt when she came home (Sunday). We cleaned her up and she seemed okay. Last night she was fine. This morning she has lost control of her body and is peeping frantically (Friday). She can't stand or control her neck. The other chick we had with he is okay. I've...
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    Quietest Breed for Urban Environment?

    Any thoughts on a quiet breed for urban environment? My Buff Orpingtons have turned out to be noisy! By contrast the Barred Rocks are quiet! What have others experienced.
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    Omega Hen

    I have 4 backyard hens. 2 Barred Rocks, and 2 Buff Orps. They free range all day, and obtain most of their food from the lawn and landscaping. They have free access to pellets and plenty of treats. They pellets don't get eaten much in the summer. Mostly they enjoy eating the grass, snails...
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    Respiratory Distress?

    My 9 month old Buff Orp is in distress. She seems to be choking, but I'm not sure if that's what it is. She is breathing rapidly, and wheezing. The wheezing is like a distress call vocalization. She sounds hoarse. Its a kind of honking sound. She sneezes sometimes, and shakes her head...
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