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We have an area under our house loose dirt Ill put charcoal there for them thanks. Now to get the charcoal in this heat wave in Sydney.

Henny1129 I think it depends on the environment, she gives me a huge egg everyday, she is robust, good forager keeps herself well dusted no complaints just standoffish, would not hurt a fly as long as she is No 1 on the pecking order, mind you I only have 2, but I had 4 (they have passed) I...

I have an Australop and yes she just does not like being handled or petted. Although when she was attacked by a dog she was very humble and sweet, now back to her old self but gradually approaching me more, especially when we go digging for worms, loves her food. That may be the way to entice...

I always have the camera handy too, love it when that happens, I must spend more time with them, they are so chatty

Yes I read her articles all the time. I started practising natural medicine in the early 70's showing my age but hey it's better than going to the doctors. I put the oregano in their water also I alternate with fresh garlic. In this hot weather I've been putting baking soda, helps to keep them...

Simply put them in a plastic zip bag and keep in the freezer for 2weeks, no need to wash them freezing gets ridd of mites etc. I've been doing this for 10 years and have some exotic feather collection and no deterioration of the feathers.

I'm bringing up the topic of the many uses of charcoal for chickens because I feel people are getting confused about the different types of charcoal DO NOT GIVE BRIQUETTES from BBQ charcoal to any pets even chickens. Hardwood burnt iis best way to administer it. Also charcoal from coconut shells...

My question regarding charcoal is would you only administer it to the chicken in paste form ie. mixed with water when a chicken eats poisoned food. Or is there other benefits to it. I have read it helps to alleviate parasites etc. what do you think?

Thanks for showing this I'm wondering how your girls are getting along with the fowl pox? Have you tried swabbing the lesions with betadine? It may help as it's an antiseptic and has iodine so you won't need to give it to them in a their water. It's been a few weeks now just wondering how they...

I know exactly how you feel, I lost my little Pekin because she went all broody on me and I was not conversant with the whole scene. She deteriorated right before my eyes but she wouldn't get off the nest,she passed and I threw away the eggs it was very traumatic. Do what you think is best for...

Wow, I lost my Bantam last December and I feel for you. I'm not 100% sure if the shaking and paralysis are connected. could she have glass in her foot, seeing you poured hydrogen peroxide on her legs which draws out impurities? My Bantam was shaking and it got worse in the end had to put her...

Depends on you

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unfortunately it's up to us to keep our chickens as safe as possible. How would they get in if everything is secure. Can't help a hawk being a predator.

I bought one too but my brooder passed. It is still in the box. The incubator that is! I'll get energised possibly sometime and do some hatching not enough time in a day

Hi CuzChickens, I reckon I will get to know you better by chatting we seem to be on the same page haha. I'm in Sydney Australia, always wanted to see Virginia love your accent. I have 2 chickens Australop and leghorn, lost 2 last year. These 2 a buddies so wont introduce anymore. I love all...

Honestly the best way to know anything is to educate yoursel by reading researching and come up with what works for you. It's difficult to explain such a personal preference when we don't know the situation. Ridgerunner gave you so much advice. I bought a book on raising chickens after I lost my...

Good idea to check with the doctor.

Ever wondered where the pyrethrum spray came from? Yep daisies. That pungent smell when you squash it between your fingers is what kills mites, lice. I have it planted in pots around my coop. I also dry it and scatter them in the coop, nests, and run keeps them bugs away.

Fizzybelle, turmeric paste is better than just the powder. Look it up and make your own, that's what I do. I haven't given any to the chickens but it's great for my dogs itching and dry skin. For me it's more for joint pain. Works like a charm a teaspoon in yogurt or curry, in milk, as a...