It happened gradually. It is worse when she initially stands up - almost like she got "stiff" sitting down. The more she walks, the easier it seems to be. I want to exam her but I also don't want to hurt her further or add additional stress. Other hens are not picking on her. She is high in...
Scratch and peck layer feed and occasional unsalted sunflower seeds. She also free ranges so gets grass, worms, etc. She does lay everyday. I will video tape her
My 9 month old Barred Rock has been walking like she has bad hips or bad knees. She no longer walks up the ramp to roost but rather sleeps in the nesting box or on the floor near the ramp. She walks really fast when I let her out of the run or when she sees treats but her gait looks labored...
Beware - coop building is addicting. We started with something that size and it keeps growing and growing and growing. LOL My husband can't wait until this weekend so he can make yet another extension
My heart aches for you. I lost 3 last month in the same way and it still hurts to think about it. A scene from a horror movie. Maybe a bobcat. That is what is was for us - I knew because it came back while I was inside calming down the one I was able to save. I had thought they were...
Hi! I am finally joining after using this site as a reference for 3 years. I live in a suburban area that only allowing 5 hens per household. Our family raised Rhode Island Reds and Golden Lace Wyandottes from chicks. A recent bobcat attack left us with only one RIR. We are now raising an...