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    Hen Injured by predator, ok except for limping

    Last spring, one of our hens came up limping. No broken bones. We put her in a very large dog kennel in our spare room. Food, water, pine shavings, no roosting bar. Two months of R&R. She was so pampered! Then we chose to give her some sunshine, and limited companionship with coop mates. Lo and...
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    Hen with a stiff leg and toes, help appreciated

    I just read your account today. You did so much for your favorite hen, much more than most would do. Please find comfort in knowing that you made a valiant effort to help her. I am glad you chose a final resting place for her under your apple tree. God bless you.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you – you are very kind.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Your encouraging words are heartwarming! Thank you!
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Time for cheerful news! Ten days ago, we adopted four young hens from a trusted and reputable breeder! We now enjoy Sophie (Blue Copper Maran), Esther (Cream Legbar), and sisters Cayenne and Pepper (Ameracauna). We feel extremely blessed! Thank you all for your encouragement. 😊
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Sadly, my flock of four RIR hens has now become two. Prudy passed away overnight without any visible health problems. She had been slowing down, and would be found simply sitting on a nest at various times of the day. I want to think she was just old, and fell asleep. But I wept all the same.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you, I am doing my best.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you for this reference. I am grateful!
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Pictures, yes I should try to post some. My flock of four is now two. 💔
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    I chatted with a breeder recently, and he came up with the same conclusion. Thank you for your feedback.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    You have provided great insights – thank you. Milk thistle… where do you obtain that? How much do you give them?
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Yes, thank you. I have been enjoying this happy hen house!
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you! I have followed your advice!
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    I really appreciate you sharing your experience. I’m sorry you lost your three buckeye hens. Isn’t it so hard? There are days when my brain says “no more,” but of course, my heart longs for new hens.
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you! I feel welcome!
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Thank you for your feedback. Oyster shell or crumbled egg shell was available every day. I fed them all layer feed. It was just an emotional experience for me.
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    Hi!

    Greetings, CurlyChickenGirly! You will be a great addition to the BYC flock!
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    Ameracauna laid first egg at 17 weeks - Should I be concerned?

    My Ameracauna just laid her first egg at 17 weeks. While that is exciting, I’m concerned it is too early, and she may be prone to reproductive issues, including egg binding. This little girl and her sister came from a trusted and reputable breeder. He did mention that he puts a red light (not a...
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    Hi from a relative newbie

    Hi from a relative newbie. I welcomed four pullets (eight months old and laying) in October 2021. I was told these were Rhode Island Reds, but as the months passed, I suspected they were hybrids that resembled RIRs. Their eggs were “odd” from the start. Cady laid nearly white eggs, Muffy laid...
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    Comment by 'MooCowMom' in article 'Hens Passing Away Due to Old Age: What to Expect'

    I am indebted to you for this article as my hens are all aging. One passed in June, another is close. You provided valuable information. You are a Chicken Comforter both to the hens and their owners. Thank you. God bless you and your ladies.
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