Hi! My name is Frances LiBrandi. I am 70 years old and been involved with animals ALL MY LIFE. I am retired and owned a horse stable in Los Angeles, California. Moved to Washington state to retire and took 8 horses (they were mostly abandoned by their owners), dogs, cats birds. I had owned chickens in the past but the urban coyote problem got so bad it was no longer possible. Once again, I own a small flock, consisting of Blue Jersey Giants, Brahmas (light & buff), Blue Australorps, Svarte Honas and just added some Silver Laced Wyandottes. I also have a Blue Australorp Rooster named Stewie (he was suppose to be a pullet). I'll be the one who recommends herbs/homeopathy. Can't tell you how much I enjoy this site. Thank you for the chance to join it.