I have some new HRIR chicks hatched within the last 24-48 hours and I'm having some crooked toe issues. Of the 9, two have one foot that looks kind of 'windswept' if you know what I mean, and another has both feet windswept/crooked. It's not a massive deformity, I'm not concerned for their...
Hi guys
So I'm wondering what breeders do with their multiple roosters, especially concerning those that raise multiple breeds and don't want any funky crossbreeds turning up. I don't quite have the space to build big runs for my different lines so they're all running together with the hens...
I sincerely apologise if this is in the wrong place.
I am wondering as to people's experience with split fronts (a vertical crease in the breast feathers). Google brings up limited info, so I was wondering if anyone knew the genetic component of it (if there is one)? Sounds like it might be a...
I think I'm a bit far from most members here, but I have seen a few other Aussies in my couple of years spent lurking around this forum, so I can't be alone haha. I live on a farm in rural Australia and I don't remember ever not having chickens. For the longest time they were real whatever...