senior chickens

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    Senior Hens

    Hi. Wasn’t sure which category to put this under but has anyone every raised senior chickens? I have one girl nearing 11/12. She’s starting to slow down a good bit and isn’t very interested in the normal scratch grain and pellets. I’ve been trying to feed her lots of fresh fruits and greens but...
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    Green Vomit and Diarrhea?

    This just happened, and I immediately rushed on here to try to find some answers, as I couldn't find a definitive answer online. Help would be greatly appreciated! A buff Orpington hen of mine has had diarrhea for about two weeks now. Her back feathers show it. I hadn't worried because...
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    Senior chicken seriously injured!

    Today I walked out to the coop to find Val, my eight year old hen, limp in a pile of dirt. From what I can tell, it looks like her comb was pecked at and ripped off by the other chickens. Crusted blood is all over her face, and coming out of her nose... She is also having balance and vision...
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    New Member - Have senior a chicken, 8-years-old and younger

    Hi. My name is Kristy and I am new to the site. I have an 8-year-old hen and she recently developed Wry Neck and a 5-year old who stopped eating suddenly. Both saw a vet and are in recovery. The younger chickens are doing very well. I created a youtube video to share how I feed an ill chicken. I...
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