Tonight I went to feed and put the flock to bed. One of my pekin ducks is gone. No feathers nothing just gone. I have one other one who was not the dominant female is fine and usual Duckie. I know ducks dont like to be alone. What should I do? Get a duckling? Wait and see how she acts alone...
I noticed today that one of my BR hens had some black spots on her comb. So I investigated the rest of the flock and 3 out of my 5 have black spots. Ive read that its most likely fowl pox. Do I get the vaccine for the other 2 or let it run its course. They are eating and drinking well and...
I have the small honey bees in and around my feeders. The flock does not seem to be bothered but I would like them to move on. Is this something anyone else has dealt with successfully? I have read bee protein powder away from the coop might help. TIA!
Since my flock has reached egg laying phase I put in nesting boxes. But they normally sleep on top of the inside coop. I have branches for them to sit on but tonight they look lost and wont lay in the nesting boxes. They just are standing on the edge. Should I add another roosting branch?
I have been learning by hit or miss method. I have had the flock for 18 weeks and I promise they all know I'm new to this. I have been reading articles on their breeds which has helped tremendously. So happy my RR has laid 4 eggs now. My RB are being late bloomers. I tried the traditional...