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I use a higher protein feed for winter, and have oyster shell available, plus I give them crushed shells from eggs I use. I'll keep watching other's behavior. I figured it had something to do with the area being bumpy and low to the ground.

Food is organic layer pellets. Though she used to be at the bottom of the pecking order, she no longer is. I have never seen anyone pick at her or seen her pick at it herself, and I spend a lot of time with them. I suppose she is taking good care of it. It just looks so red and sore. Thanks.

This is not an emergency, but wonder if there is anything to help. An older white rock, probably 8+ now, has a bald, red spot on her rump, and the area is bumpy. Her hind end began drooping maybe a year ago. I didn't think much of it as she otherwise shows no problems - poop, eating, running...

I have been with backyardchickens.com for 4 1/2 years. I don't post much, but I wanted to say thank you to everyone for all your help as I went from a newbie to one who thoroughly enjoys chickens. Advice from long-time owners has been invaluable at every stage of learning -- from raising chicks...

I just figured out how to post this picture of Sophie with the hens.

I recently adopted an older mix breed rescue dog. I checked her out with the cats and chickens first briefly, but had no idea she would also be protective of them! She chases large hawks and vultures away. At a farm where I work, she got in between the cattle and chickens. I feel so lucky!

Orange County, west of Carrboro