@desertmarcy Wonderful, wonderful. Beautiful boy. Looks like I know where to come for some point-of-lay girls!! Not to breed - just because I like them. Think you'll have some in March?
New egg layer today!!!! My buff orpington laid the lighter one. Can't wait for my marans and EE to add to the colors
This is my little crossbreed that I hatched out about 4 months ago (dad was a blue copper Marans and mom was a RIR) anyways, I think that it may be a rooster. What do y'all think?
yup looks like a pretty rooster but the only place where an abundance of males is welcome is in the military ! ha
Not really looking for a rooster. Just my choice.
So update on the hen with the crop issue. I have been trying to clear it by vomiting her and adding coconut oil to the crop and massaging the contents to loosen them up. I decided after feeling it for a couple days that she had a blockage as well and needed it removed. I gathered the materials needed to do surgery including a sterile scalpel, sutures, vet glue, and cleaning agents and did the surgery. I felt so bad for her having to do it, but knew it was the best option. She stayed very calm through the whole thing and I got a huge clump of grass out that was blocking it and I feel never would have passed. After closing everything up, I had my boyfriend who was holding her set her up right and she was instantly more perky. Even tried to eat some of the scratch that had fallen on the towel. I wrapped the crop with the self sticking wrap to help support it and keep it from being picked at. After exploring for a little bit inside the house and cuddling next to me she settled down for some sleep. I know it's not what everyone would have chosen, but I felt as if it was her best chance. I pray everything heals up well and she is as good as she looked.
I saw him there too! Stunning guy.I am very proud! One of my Barred Rock cockerels took Super Show Champion at the Safford, AZ show January 16! There were 22 Barred Rocks entered from 3 different breeders; 10 cockerels. I entered 6 cockerels and got first through fifth place. Then the #1 took Best American and went on to win the whole show! I have been working really hard on my Barred Rocks, so nice to be recognized! In addition to a cash award, they gave out beautiful plaques this year to the Show Champion winner and Reserve Show Champion winner. Here I am with my win and Show Superintendant James Smith, then another photo with my bird.
