shredder gene

  1. aldertree

    Molting or health concern?

    My Lavender orpington hen seems to have a spot where all the old feathers have been torn off. the pin feathers don't look great to me, is this a health concern? and if so, what can i do to help? she has the shredder gene if that's important.
  2. FatherBrown

    Lavender Orpingtons with "shredded" tails

    One of my four lavenders has the shredded tail. I think she's the prettiest of the bunch. I actually prefer the fluffy tail. It makes her look like she's wearing petticoats. However, I have seen this referenced as "bad feathers." Is the so called "shredder gene" really such a bad thing?? Is it...
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