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    Cocci?? Help please

    Hi, I live in Australia and it’s heading into winter. We’ve had a bit of wet weather where I live and I was cleaning out my cages and noticed one of my big chooks has had mucus blood in its poo and one of the little pullets. (they live in different enclosures). None of them appear to be sick...
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    Silkies sneezing and sound chesty

    Hi everyone, I am worried about 2 silkie pullets that I recently purchased. they some times sneeze and have gurgly noises. Otherwise they’re eating and foraging and pooping as per normal. They’re a couple of months old and in with 6 other Wyandotte’s the same age. They are getting along well...
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    How to stop hens pecking and injuring other hens in the coop

    Hi all, So I went in the coop this morning and found this hen who’s been getting pecked. The culprit has pecked a decent sized deep hole in her back, I have caged her up elsewhere and put betadine on her wound. Is there anything else anyone can recommend to help her heal? what can I do about...
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    Opinions please: Rooster or hen

    Hey everyone I’m having difficulty determining if the two perched are roosters or hens. The bird on the right doesnt look like bird on the ground which is a rooster. Their combs aren’t red and they don’t have big waddles. Also their tail feathers are slightly not as long and archy as the roosters.
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    Rooster with weird legs, can barely walk. Genetic issue or hip dysplasia???

    Hi everyone, I have a 4-5 month old rooster. He initially had no leg issues and had an altercation with my main rooster and ever since he’s been hiding a lot and barely interacts with the other chooks. He walks very strangely too, his legs turn inwards... I’m just curious, is this a genetic...
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    4 wyandotte chicks, thoughts on gender? The

    Hi, I bought these 4 chicks from a lady who has only Wyandotte’s. I didn’t get to see the parents cause they were down the backyard but can anyone give me a heads up on gender? I know how to sex Plymouth Rocks but not familiar with Wyandotte sexing. 2 chicks have darker legs, their wing...
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    Are Pekin hens broody?

    Hi, just wondering if Pekin hens are considered to be broody? I’ve found a local breeder who breeds Silkie and Pekin. Just wondering which breed is better between the two. cheers!
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    Incubators: ins and outs

    Hey everyone, happy Easter 🐣 I’m new to chickens, incubating and brooding. just wanting to know how to start my journey off on the right foot and raise healthy happy chickens. I’d like to buy an incubator around $100. Can you recommend a good trustworthy brand? Is it good to have one that...
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    Best hens for broodiness

    Hey, I am interested to hear peoples knowledge or personal experiences with the best kind of hens to use to sit on eggs. I’d like to get a batch of baby chickens coming through every now and then without having to incubate all the time as it’s costly with electricity. or am I dreaming? Is it...
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    Hi everyone!

    Hi everyone :) Thanks for accepting me. I’m excited to be a part of such a knowledgeable chicken thread. I hope I learn lots and make friends while I’m here :) I’m in love with silkies, Wyandotte’s, orpingtons, Sussex and Plymouth rocks!!
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    3 silkies, need assistance with sexing them

    Hi everyone :) Im new here! I have 3 silkies that I just cannot for the life of me guess their sex. I thought initially I had 1 roo and 2 hen. Now I’m thinking all roo. I’m just super confused and needing assistance. I’m a First time silkie owner. I bought them at 3 weeks old back in January 2021.
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