Either chickens are amazing or I have a miracle bird. My poor little Belgian d'Anvers lost a half dollar sized piece of skin exposing her crop and a portion of her breast muscle, got sewed up (the next day -trouble finding a vet to do it), picked at herself til she needed stitched again, then...
Thanks for your help and concern. She's on her 6th day and hanging in there. I've had her pal in so they can see each other, different pen. I don't think the wound needs cleansing now, but
she messes with it quite a bit. If she starts doing more damage, I made a shirt/apron like thing that...
Some shelters do temperament evaluations. That helps you know more about what you're getting into. We got a border collie/shephard mix as an adult and had him 14 yrs. Couldn't ask for a better dog. Three years ago we got a 6-yr-old Peke off Petfinder. Also a good dog. It's like they really...
We live in a small town that is very clannish. My husband often talks of moving, but I say 'ain't no body running me out!' Check to be sure you're totally within any local codes, then just wait til your neighbor slips up. I thought officers preferred donuts, but the cookie idea is good.
I am treating a bantam for a wound - piece of skin removed covering the crop. With some difficulty I found a vet to sew it up - have read the article by Nathalie Ross - but do not know what to do the daily cleaning with. Also could use ideas on making bandage so she won't pick - she did after...
Hi all. I've had pet bantams for about 4 1/2 years. A very recent dog attack made me realize how important it is to have people you can ask questions in an emergency. Have enjoyed my girls (no roos allowed here in town). I love hearing them communicate and watching them. Anyway, hi everyone.