Can anyone tell me why some eggs are so much darker in color than others? I'm getting ready to move my hens eggs but if there is an issue I'd like to pull them and rectify.
As always, thank you for help!
He hadn't been showing a lot of interest but she's been broody since they moved in and is currently separated with her babies.
All 14 babies are leaving tomorrow. I wanted to keep 2 hens but since I can't be sure I've decided against it. I worry about fights, I'm totally not equipped for that...
Thank you for your reply! I fully believe its because he wants to be where we are. I heard a neighbood rumor he was raised inside during COVID. I essentially gave them half the back yard so we are in full view.
I let him out if I'm working in the yard (pretty much daily) he just follows me...
Thank you momma poult!
I think time is a big deal. He's always happiest if he's right by us and would just as soon live on the deck lol.
I am going to start on strategic treat placement for sure. I wonder if I covered his favorite spots on the fence with a sheet if it would discourage the...
Thank you very much! Hopefully he grows to love it.
I'm definitely teying the treat idea!
There is a turkey bath in the back corner and another you can't see. It is an effort to keep momma out of the garden :)
I really appreciate your help and time
Darn it. They left their turkeys behind. Truly unbelievable.
Treats are a great idea. Maybe I can strategically place :)
I've added the picture in hope for ideas!
Thank you again!
I hope he does transition. He's the coolest guy and I don't want him stressed.
Unfortunately I've never had a conversation with precious owners. They moved and didn't bother
Thank you!
Are there any distractions you would recommend? Would a picture of their kingdom help?
I really appreciate your time. I've struggled finding good resources on turkeys. Now we have 14 babies so I'm anxious to learn all I can.
I recently inherited two adult turkeys, a tom and a hen.
I spent 50 years scared of chickens and feel totally out of depth with these turkeys but love them!!
it's my understanding the tom spent some time in the house with his old family which is causing problems now.
I've fenced about a...