Loved to read this story. Thanks for sharing! I have had a stray cat with me for about 2 years now, shes a beautiful long haired one. Naturally, at 1st, she thinks she can have her way with the chickens.......i have one hen Patient that doesnt miss a beat. To spare the details, on 2 occasions...
When i look at said chicken, and say their name, i look for a response. I can instantly determine the mood. A verbal response is best. A look of recognition is good too. If i am ignored, and avoided eye contact, we have a problem. Thats when the treats get brought out. I've never had a hen deny...
Oh, btw, i was being sarcastic about the entire yard being bird netted.....kinda....we live on 12 acres most of it is the woods, so the tree coverage is great. We're building a second coop and with our garden all close by, we will bird net that entire thing some day! With the cost of things, it...
🥰The first time I witnessed a hen sunbathe was when my brooded babies were outside for the first time. I honestly thought the sun was too bright or hot or something 😳 I bolted inside to get fresh water not knowing what to do! The first time a dust bathe happened was what really got me tho! My...
oh if our husbands got together we'd be in Trouble! We'd be off to the funny farm! With our hens! 🤣 we've been together 35 years and have had chickens for 3yrs this spring. He thinks I will lose interest some, maybe after some time passes, but so far, these hens have my heart! If he ever voices...
I have had 5 hens for 28 months and Every Single morning i go outside to greet them and I smile and feel happy in my heart. Never have I not. No matter the weather. And i guess thats why i always want them in my life. Such cool creatures! Mine have gotten So big and strong, its wild. I love all...