Cosmonaut~ A heartwarming story

[ChickieChickieMama]

Update on Cosmonaut- He’s doing okay! I am trying to find an easier food pan for him, at the moment it’s a big aluminum pan... Any ideas?

What about a trough raised up a little off the ground? I have one attached to a wall in the coop with a big tube in the middle that I pour the food into and it fills the trough as needed. I'm not sure what his exact mobility capabilities are though...

 

[HuffleClaw]

What about a trough raised up a little off the ground? I have one attached to a wall in the coop with a big tube in the middle that I pour the food into and it fills the trough as needed. I'm not sure what his exact mobility capabilities are though...

I certainly try and see how it works out!!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

A trough is a good idea.

You could also try something like cage cups, these can be hung on the wire of your run at an appropriate height for him.
Just a thought.

 

[4 ever Orpington]

This is Cosmonaut.... He has had this neck problem ever since he was dropped off at my house as a day old chick. I didn’t know what to do or how to treat and I REALLY didn’t want to cull him.... He is a barred rock (?) rooster and a lifelong pal! He is just over a year old (really surprising in my opinion) and I love him very much and I’d like to think he loves me too!!
As for feeding he gets 3 large - medium sized eggs each day, all flock feed, and fresh veggies a few days a week, oh and LOTS of love!!
Here’s my little wonder - Also it rained so he’s a bit muddy (I’ll have to wash him up)
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What a precious lad you have. Best of luck to you both.

 

[HuffleClaw]

What a precious lad you have. Best of luck to you both.

Thank you!! He’ll spin 3 times in a circle when he wants extra food or treats!!

 

[HuffleClaw]

A trough is a good idea.

You could also try something like cage cups, these can be hung on the wire of your run at an appropriate height for him.
Just a thought.

That’s good too!!! I may just have to see what Cosmonaut thinks!!