Australians - Where are you all????

[Chickenmumma]

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It's great!! My favourite bit was the photos. Some really nice shots, especially the rooster, he's grand.

 

[guinea fowl galore]

Thank you.
He's super nasty though. Shame

when I have him in with the ladies or when he's outside I have to carry a stick or shovel around with me for when he attacks.

 

[Chickenmumma]

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So she hasn't eaten anything this morning but has drunk a lot of water. She's very quiet, just hanging out in the coop. I'm very worried

 

[Christie Loves Silkies]

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So she hasn't eaten anything this morning but has drunk a lot of water. She's very quiet, just hanging out in the coop. I'm very worried

I hope shes going to be okay!

 

[justchookin]

I didn't like to ask but have been thinking about the both of u since I first heard. Hope she picks up!

 

[Chickenmumma]

Thanks so much guys. So I've been reading a few threads based on what the vet said yesterday and it's sounding pretty serious - peritonitis 'cause she's an internal layer??? Given that she's deteriorated over night I've made an appointment with an avian specialist for 11:15 to get some more advice. I don't want to risk her life by 'hoping' the antibiotics work. It sounds like if a bird is an internal layer then they always will be and the problem will continue throughout her life!! I might just go with a hysterectomy?!?! Anyway, I'll know more in a couple of hours so I'll keep you posted.

 

[Christie Loves Silkies]

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That sounds horrible!
Good luck at the appointment

 

[justchookin]

Double ditto that!

 

[guinea fowl galore]

Chickenmumma, have you read this?

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=22773

 

[mumscrazy2]

Hi, I am in Redcliffe, Queensland and have only had my girls for a few weeks and love them to death! So much nicer than kids sometimes!