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    Injured Chickens

    I would suggest isolating the "head hen" for a few days to avoid any more injuries.
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    Lethargic hen, comb color off, not eating much

    Glad I could help:D
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    Help needed! Hen was attacked about 5 days ago - followed suggestions of peroxide and Neosporin need

    I had the same issue, when my hen was about 2 months old, she was attacked and the bone in her leg was exposed. I put Bacitracin on the wound every day (Neosporin is fine too) and it eventually healed. Just make sure you keep her separated from the other chickens, they will try to peck at the...
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    Lethargic hen, comb color off, not eating much

    Not sure what she could have, but you did take all the right steps as far as caring for her. Just make sure she's comfortable and make sure the other hens aren't showing any of the same symptoms.
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    Chick with a wobbly head, little help please!

    I don't have much experience with raising chicks, but it could be normal. If it gets any worse, or it doesn't get any better soon, it could be a sign of a disorder, again the wobbling and stuff could be normal. Poor thing
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    HELP! Chicken does not breathe through its nostrils, and uses its mouth/beak to breathe

    Sounds like a typical cold to me, but I would still watch their behavior and see if they act lethargic or anything. If they just sit around and lose their appetite, that's not a good sign.
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    Limping Hen, Tail Dragging

    If she's only 3 years old, then I don't think the problem is age. This sounds like either a disease or maybe she has sprained, pulled, or possibly broken her foot/leg. Determine the exact cause of the limping before you decide to do anything though.
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    Hen shaking and not walking?

    Your welcome glad i could help:D
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    Hen shaking and not walking?

    It sounds like your hen is sick Because it could be contagious, you need to bring her inside if you have a cage for her to stay in until she gets better, and separate her from the rest of the flock to make sure they don't get sick as well. Give her warm baths as often as you can since this...
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    Dusting, Is it important?

    Yes, it's very important for them to dust, it's how they bathe themselves. Dusting softens up their feathers and gets rid of any external parasites. If there is any dry dirt left, you can dig some up and put it in a big plastic container (big enough for two or three chickens to fit in) and fill...
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    Comment by 'ChickenLover172' in item 'Australorp'

    yes!!! @Hagar3
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    Comment by 'ChickenLover172' in item 'Australorp'

    :) @cochunk
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    Comment by 'ChickenLover172' in item 'Australorp'

    Possums and raccoons got into our pen at night :( @tlb625 sry I didn't answer sooner we have been very busy :/ :D
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    Questions on Pullet Eggs (picture comparison)

    It's normal for them to lay small eggs at first, like you said, but if it continues and the eggs don't eventually get bigger it could be other factors such as not enough calcium, stress, or something having to deal with their reproductive organs. I would suggest watching their behavior to make...
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    pretty sure I already know the answer to this..no good egg right?

    I'm no expert, but I would wait a few more days until the next time you candle them, just to be sure. It would be terrible if you tossed the egg and a half-formed chick popped out Good luck!
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    Not getting any eggs after 4 months

    The oyster shells have to be crushed if they aren't when you buy them, but they should sell them crushed
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    Not getting any eggs after 4 months

    You can buy oyster shells from any local farmer's store and give it to them free-choice. This means that you serve it to them in a separate container, and they will only eat as much as they need. Only give them small portions per day, you don't want to overload them with calcium. Start out with...
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    too much loving

    That's very cute!!! I have a cranky old lady as a pet and I swear every time she sees me coming toward her, she rolls her eyes. Just make sure they wash their hands before handling them, especially if they've been at school.
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    Sneezing Hen. Is She Sick?

    She could just have allergies, it's that time of year, but if not, watch her and see what her symptoms are. Is she acting lethargic, lazy, droopy, or tired? Is there fluid leaking from her eyes/nose?
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