Thanks for you words. I was able to get the info for a local agency that can help me. It makes me sad that she will have to be cut open but I really want to know if I have a problem in my flock.
Hi, my less then one year old light brahma died this am. I went and fed them their breakfast and she seemed fine. 10 minutes later I came back and she was dead in the corner. No marks no blood just on her side dead. I am very nervous because I have no idea, there were no signs of disease or...
HI. I am no expert but here it goes. Do you see any blood in her poo? Does her poo look healthy? Coccidiosis? Or She could be egg bound? You can give her a warm water & Epsom salt bath and calcium for egg bound. Make sure to keep her inside and blow dry her if you bathe her. You can search for...
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I am hoping to get some advice so please chime in! I have 3- 1 year old hens and 7- 3.5 month old pullets and 1 3.5 month old rooster. So far everyone gets along fairly well. The rooster is very friendly but wants to mate with my older hens. He doesnt seem to bother the younger ones yet...
I live in Northern California and my girls free range in a 6 foot high double fenced yard. This afternoon I came home to find my sweet Silver laced Wynadotte missing. The only thing left behind were feathers. Some were in the run and some just outside there run. No blood or body parts. My young...
When I realized this cute little chick was a Roo I was so sad. He is so friendly and such a cutie! And boy does he like to cuddle. I just had to share because when I heard him crow this am I was so excited as a proud momma to hear him actually complete the crow in his adolescent voice. The...
I use a heating pad to warm my chicks. I create a cave with wire, cover it with a towel, put the heating pad on top then another towel. And cover it with straw. If you search heating pad the thread I got it from will come up. When they are young I use a pad under them as well. It works great. I...
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When I started my chicken adventure last year I researched as much as I could to find helpful info. Along with this very helpful site I found great info from Fresh Eggs Daily. Take a look at her site if you like. She has great natural ways to raise chickens. I am sorry for the loss of one...
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I think if you are aware of what predators are around you and you take appropriate actions to keep them away you should be ok. There is always the possibility of an attack but I am sure your chickens would be a happier bunch if they had more space. I know my ladies love getting out in their...