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Well the silkie is about the same size as they are. Hubby thinks she is older, which is likely the case. She has either a deformed toe or one that was broken and healed funny. Thankfully it isn't one of her "main" toes for walking and it doesnt seem to bother her. Anyway, it's not because of...

Thanks everyone! I'll just keep monitoring them like I normally do and see if things settle down. With the weather getting cooler, they will be cooped up more together. I have tried giving them a firm "No!" or a light swat on their fluffy bum, but wasn't sure if that worked with chickens! lol...

A friend "blessed" us with a very sweet silkie hen. She is healthy and seems to enjoy her new home. However, my other chickens (one leghorn, two rhode island reds, all 6 months old) aren't too fond of her. They don't pick at her nonstop, nor does the silkie have any injuries, large amounts of...