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I was given a pair of Silkie chicks as a Birthday gift by well meaning friends who hadn't looked beyond just how cute they were at the time. Turns out they were both boys. Sadly one was taken by a predator two weeks ago and because we live in close proximity with our neighbors, am now needing to...

So it turns out we have, or should say had two boys. One. Mojo, was taken by a cat/fox while I was on holiday sadly. Unfortunately Jojo, who's left is very vocal and incredibly proud in his crowing so being as we live in close proximity to neighbors, will need to be re-homed. Such a shame as...

Thanks for the info. I had read on one forum the reason for the newspaper is so they learn what to eat being as they dont have a mum to show them. After a few days of this they'll learn what's food and what's not. I understand what you're saying about being slippery though. I'll add a thin layer...

Thanks all, I've been reading through the learning centre and yesterday changed the box for a dog crate with newspaper and a small roost. They took a while of going under it before they finally stepped up and sat on it proudly. I've no idea what sex they are and have been reading up on that...

Morning all, I've been keeping ex batt hens for nearly 4 years now and love every moment of it. I have four ladies, Murial, Maureen, Marlene and Madge, who are brilliant. However, I was recently given 2 Silkie chicks as a birthday surprise last week. The gift giver didn't think beyond how cute...