*Buff Orpington Thread!*

[rachelsflock]

Lol, I didn't know quoting across threads was possible. I put that photo somewhere else, since he's flamingly obviously not a buff.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

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Just sitting outside tonight at dusk when my Buff decided I'd make a good perch. She is the last hen remaining from my first flock 7 years ago. Just felt like sharing.

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What a sweetheart!

 

[30CalGal]

Anybody ever get one of these? She cheated me! LOL!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Anybody ever get one of these? She cheated me! LOL!View attachment 1276437

She gave you a Fairy Egg!
Did you open it? Was it just egg white, probably with a meat or blood spot?

(some people call them Fart Eggs, Rooster Eggs, etc.)
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/common-egg-quality-problems.65923/

 

[30CalGal]

She gave you a Fairy Egg!
Did you open it? Was it just egg white, probably with a meat or blood spot?

(some people call them Fart Eggs, Rooster Eggs, etc.)
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/common-egg-quality-problems.65923/

Thanks, it was just egg white with a tiny spot that looked like a yolk (that was clear also)

 

[Hunters Hen's]

Love love love my buffs too! have 10 and and 5 chocolates in the brooder and just hatched out 7 Lavenders, they are the cutest chicks their little wings are adourable. They are a pleasure to have, so sweet and friendly.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Love love love my buffs too! have 10 and and 5 chocolates in the brooder and just hatched out 7 Lavenders, they are the cutest chicks their little wings are adourable. They are a pleasure to have, so sweet and friendly.

You post about your chickies, but no photos!!!! We want pictures

 

[30CalGal]

I have 12 new chicks, got them on Thursday, a few have dirty butts, is it safe to wash them being so young?

 

[Wyorp Rock]

I have 12 new chicks, got them on Thursday, a few have dirty butts, is it safe to wash them being so young?

Congratulations on your new chicks!

If they have pasting or dirty vents, yes, you need to clean them up. You can gently wash the vent under warm running water or use a warm wet paper towel to help wipe it away. Don't pull the poop off - chicken skin is very delicate and tears easily.

Dry the vent very well. You can apply a little coconut oil or vaseline to the vent to help soothe any irritation and help keep the poop from sticking.

Pasting can be from a number of things - too hot, sometimes too cold. Shipping stress and dehydration can also be a cause. Check your brooder temps to make sure your babies are not overheating. They only need one warm spot in the brooder, let the rest be cool. Place your food/water on the cool end of your brooder.

BTW - We LOVE photos - any you want to share

 

[30CalGal]

Congratulations on your new chicks!

If they have pasting or dirty vents, yes, you need to clean them up. You can gently wash the vent under warm running water or use a warm wet paper towel to help wipe it away. Don't pull the poop off - chicken skin is very delicate and tears easily.

Dry the vent very well. You can apply a little coconut oil or vaseline to the vent to help soothe any irritation and help keep the poop from sticking.

Pasting can be from a number of things - too hot, sometimes too cold. Shipping stress and dehydration can also be a cause. Check your brooder temps to make sure your babies are not overheating. They only need one warm spot in the brooder, let the rest be cool. Place your food/water on the cool end of your brooder.

BTW - We LOVE photos - any you want to share

Thanks, All cleaned up and happy!