My barred rock has been slowly losing feathers on her head. When it first started, I thought it was just part of the comb, but now it's obviously not. The speckled Sussex also has thinning feathers on her head.
I first noticed this maybe in February, that's when I thought it was part of the...
This morning our ameraucana pullet is acting lethargic. It was very cold last night. Around -7F. She just now drank a bit of water with nutridrench and ate a few pieces of scrambled egg. First thing in the morning she wouldn't touch anything. She seemed fine yesterday afternoon. Other...
Looking for a new home for this 14 week old Ameraucana cockerel. He came in the small batch of pullets we ordered. We have a small space, small children, and are new to chickens, so even though he's been friendly, I think it's wisest for him to have a new home. We are happy to help with...
This is our first time with chickens. I attempted deep litter in the brooder after reading about all the benefits. I used a cardboard box and put in a layer of finished compost with the idea of inoculating the mix. Then I added some plane shavings (mostly maple and oak) and dry leaves I saved...