I always dread introducing new chickens/laying hens to my already established flock as their fighting is upsetting. I know theres a pecking order but Jeesh.
A few weeks ago i got 3 layers from a farm, took a week to introduce them slowly, but one of the EE went after one of my EE's and visa...
I HAVE 7 HAPPY, PASTURED, LAYERS. ONE PLOPPED OUT WHAT LOOKS LIKE A TAPEWORM, DEAD, AT LEAST 5 INCHES LONG, TAPEDERED TAIL, ICK! IF THEY ALL HAVE THIS, AM I TO ASSUME THEY HAVE OTHER WORMS TOO? IVE READ ON THIS FORUM VALBAZEN IS THE BEST TO USE IN THIS SITUATION....THIS ALSO MEANS WE DONT GET TO...
An Americana, had been laying, then molted. She eats and drinks. Other hens leave her alone. Has organic layer, scratch, and our leftovers. My other hens are normal and laying. They all free range. What should I do?
Iam desperate to help her. Have 4 layers, bought 4 pullets. One pullet is breathing raspy, heavily so i can hear her from 5+ feet away, like a gurgle. Coughs and sticks her neck out, gasping. Eyes, nose clear. She eats and drinks. Free range with other chickens. Has been like this for 4 days. I...