UPDATE: Wow I’ve learned through this not to immediately give up on an injured chicken. 2 weeks and her entire scalp has grown back and done feathers are starting. Amazing. She’s now integrated with the other 2 garage pullers after a week of being caged next to each other. The protruding...
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Thank you! The BluKote is a great idea. Currently she is in a crate next to two younger crated pullets (in the garage) who are waiting to be integrated with the outside flock. I would have integrated the younger ones already but I'm hoping these three can integrate together...
This pullet was attacked and partially scalped one week ago by one of our layers. The wound is healing quite nicely but there is a protruding piece of healthy tissue (bulbous shape on right side). I'm concerned this will be a tempting area for further pecking by the others when she is finally...
update: injured pullet has transitioned to the cage, which is now in the garage, about a foot away from the two pullets in the garage. yay, no more house chicken! I'm going to wait until they these three can transition to the outside coop all together. Each step forward feels like a success...
Hello, the 3 oldest in the run are allowed to range for periods of time, which has allowed the 3 younger ones some time. I have been waiting for the 3 youngers already in the coop to get a little more acclimated before letting them range. those 3 are still a little terrified, especially given...
Hello, I am currently dealing with a multi level operation of incorporating pullets. Any feedback is appreciated, especially for the injured one.
4 pullets were introduced to flock a week ago. On day 3, one was in the process of being scalped and is now hospitalized in our living room.She is...
Hello, I've been a longtime reader of threads and finally decided to join. I really appreciate the non-judgmental and supportive vibe here. I'm deep in chicken issues right now, so looking forward to feedback!