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    Are these worms in poop? Pic included

    Following up for clarification of your segment comment, and then second opinion of different hen's poop. Clarification: By segments, do you mean I'll see distinct indents across a long strand, or that they should be smaller segmented pieces? 2nd Opinion: Added some new photos just in case...
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    All about Amberlinks!

    Seeking insight from personal experiences with Amberlink hens' life spans and deaths. Specifically for the questions below. • How long did your hens live? • Was their deaths caused by only old age, or was illness also a factor? • Were there any signs or symptoms before their deaths? If yes...
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    Amberlinks/ Amber Stars

    Would you mind sharing some of the signs/symptoms of the "reproductive problems" that appeared before your Amberlink hens died, shortly after they turned two years old? My amberlink hen is roughly 2.5 years old, and after losing her flockmate this past weekend (different breed, similar age)...
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    Are these worms in poop? Pic included

    Picture of my 2 year old hen's poop with stringy white stuff visible. Are these worms? And if so, what type? I've found some really good posts on worms here, but would like to confirm if these are worms first before proceeding further. Note: she hasn't been laying eggs in several weeks. Keeps...
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    Purina’s new mill date code uses Julian calendar

    I'm so glad you posted this, but I'm still confused. Any ideas which of these Purina feed bags (in the attached image) is fresher? Bag 1 code = 22026HAR10 Bag 2 code = 22110HAR10 Bag 3 code = 20297RIT9A
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    Bumblefoot treatment: is this ointment safe?

    Discovered bumblefoot on my hen today, soaked her in warm water with espom salt (10 min x2), and believe I have removed the kernels. She is currently sitting in my lap and all I can find in my house is "Triple Antibiotic Ointment" (image attached). Is this ointment safe to use? And if it is...
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    Whole-body shaking, red comb, broody behavior

    Hi, Very concerned about my shaking hen. Breed: Amberlink Hen Age: 7 months ~21days 1st Egg: July 21st [November 2nd, 2020] My hen stopped laying eggs 18 day ago. Her appetite has decreased, she is lethargic, has bright red comb, daily (whole-body) shaking episodes, periodic gaping...
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