California - Northern

[h2oratt]

Yeah , they are too pretty to eat. But I guess if someone is going to eat them it may as well be me.

 

[ronott1]

Yeah , they are too pretty to eat. But I guess if someone is going to eat them it may as well be me.

Absolutely!

I give a chance and then process them. If I sell them on Craigs list they will be eaten

 

[ShannonR]

Just dropping in to say hi! Attendence on this site is spotty for me many times, but I enjoy this thread while I'm here.

 

[ronott1]

Hi Shannon!

 

[Magnolia7330]

Our Lulu (profile pic) is an easter egger and has puffy feathered cheeks. She's full grown now. I noticed today that one of her cheeks is missing its feathers. I have not seen any of the other chickens pick on her or any squabbles. Do you think the others could have pulled them out or could it be something else?

 

[ronott1]

Our Lulu (profile pic) is an easter egger and has puffy feathered cheeks. She's full grown now. I noticed today that one of her cheeks is missing its feathers. I have not seen any of the other chickens pick on her or any squabbles. Do you think the others could have pulled them out or could it be something else?

How old is she?

 

[ShannonR]

Hi Shannon!

I hope everyone has been well!

 

[Magnolia7330]

How old is she?

She was hatched on April 10th, so about 6 months old.

 

[ronott1]

It is possible that one of her flock mates thinks that the feathers are tasty.
Make sure that they are eating mostly layer feed and not getting too may treats. It might be a good idea to supplement them with some calf manna.

 

[Magnolia7330]

It is possible that one of her flock mates thinks that the feathers are tasty.
Make sure that they are eating mostly layer feed and not getting too may treats. It might be a good idea to supplement them with some calf manna.

Hmm, they have had more treats than normal lately (melon and some chicken crack). Do you think that would cause them to pick on her? What would calf manna do?