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Is there a breed that you’ve had that you would absolutely not have again?
I have had many breeds and I absolutely would never have Polish chickens again. Their feathers cover up their eyes and they can’t see! I had birds that literally just stood still in the coop all day because they couldn’t live normally without good vision. I cut off their feathers on their...- farmgirl4589
- Post #99
- Forum: General breed discussions & FAQ
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feather growing from eye lid
Hi. I raise Tufted Romans. The feather growing from the eye is a common fault I come across with my geese. It’s a birth defect and I cull my geese that have it. Don’t waste your money at a vet. If it bothers you, pluck it out, but it will constantly grow back. I don’t believe it bothers the...- farmgirl4589
- Post #4
- Forum: Geese
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Appropriate Feeding for Cornish Cross
I raised those birds for many years. The older they get, the more they only think about food. It is important to keep the food and water apart from each other so that the birds have to walk back and forth. If they can reach the food and water easily, they won't even try to walk after a while...- farmgirl4589
- Post #7
- Forum: Meat Birds ETC
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Moving a setting hen?
I always move my setting hens with no problem. When they are setting, they are setting! I move the entire nest box into a brooding pen that allows the chicken to get out if she wants to and allows the babies to live there with her after they hatch. I wouldn't try moving the hen and eggs...- farmgirl4589
- Post #147
- Forum: Incubating & Hatching Eggs