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    Girls Are Suddenly Laying - What is Going On?

    Out here in Western Washington, we have had a pretty normal winter; a little drier and warmer than usual from late fall until now, but otherwise pretty routine. Our hens (3 RIR and 1 RIR/Buff Orp cross) went from their usual laying rate to ZERO very quickly back in October or early November...
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    Invermectin Oral Paste 1.87% - What is Correct for Gapeworm?

    Well, I've looked at lots of threads and cannot get a clear answer: if you have the 1.87% Invermectin paste sold for horses, what amount do you use to treat an average adult chicken for gapeworm, and what is the best way to administer it? Or do you get the liquid solution, or something else...
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    Help - Listless Hen, Comb Color changed, and beak open?

    My wife went out to feed the hens this morning and found one of them showing signs of distress. We have 4 hens, all about 2.5 years old; 3 are RIR and one is a RIR/Buff Orpington cross. So far, they have all been healthy (as far as we know), and not required any special attention. They have...
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    Hen Losing Feathers in A Couple Spots - What to Do?

    Our family has taken the plunge into the world of chickens, with the purchase of 4 hens (each about 5 months old); 3 RIRs and a RIR/Buff Orpington cross. So far, they appear to be adapting well to their new home and chicken tractor, and they appear to be getting along well. We have had them...
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