Diary & Notes ~ Air Cell Detatched SHIPPED Chicken Eggs for incubation and hatching

[Sally Sunshine]

Thanks, Sally. I should have just gone to your signature to begin with. I was being lazy.

And I do remember that the yolk is absorbed last. The other info I thought I included, I didn't. That is what I get for trying to type while paying attention to a movie.
It looks like they drowned. She said something about adding water, but I was busy then too. This is not a multitasking day for me.
Good bye again to all. Nice to know this thread is still going strong for people like me to pop in with a question periodically!

sure! I apologize kids had early dismissal and were heading down the driveway from the bus and it was choas so I couldnt type all that up! and pdf couldny copy paste : (

MC does she know the basics? temp for a fan model vs still air, calibration of thermos and hygros, even .5 degree can have effects on the embryos, ventilation is important, and that humidity is NOT a set number its only a tool to adjust weight loss in the egg during incubation?

 

[Sally Sunshine]

I am soooo excited!!! Time to finish my lower level and get that wash room ready for incubating some chicks to send out!!! But first I need to get some chickens light so they lay me eggs!!! he he he this week there will be lights!!

 

[mstricer]

I just put up rope lights in my Silkied Ameraucana pen in hopes of some eggs.

 

[BullChick]

Quote: I try to help her, but she is mentally slow. She has the mentality of an 8-year-old. Her father taught her what he knew before he died, but it wasn't much. Anything I say is laughed at (by her mother) and she is told to ignore me.
She came over today to ask what she should do if the power goes out tomorrow night during the snow storm. I told her, and that is when she told me the details about the last hatch.
So, no. She doesn't understand the basics. The exact reason I have been telling her no about eggs (and chickens in general) for the past two years. She has worn me down. I can't imagine telling her yes again though.

 

[NestingHillsSC]

Someone at a show told me that frontline is a life saver when it comes to lice and mites, but I brushed it off at the time.

Which do you buy? How much do you use per bantam? and per large fowl?

1 squirt on there vent and a drop on your finger and rub it on the back of the neck. Maybe a squirt under there wings if you see them there.

 

[NestingHillsSC]

Thanks Coch!

Inspection went well! No changes or anything!! YAY!!! booty shake!! A lot was N/A for us!!

We did however discuss some interesting things though that I would like to share!

We discussed vacinations.... now mind you I am not sure of your area in the country but I would call your local office and ask about suggestions for your flock. why? ....


I asked his recommendations for vaccinations I specifically stated mareks and Newcastle he shook his head and as a PA inspector he runs into all the big issues, disease and quaranteens. He said first thing I want to vaccinate for is

• Gallid herpesvirus 1 Also known as Infectious Laryngotracheitis or LT: Gallid herpesvirus 1 (GaHV-1) (also known as Avian herpesvirus 1)is a virus of the family Herpesviridae that causes avian infectious laryngotracheitis. It was originally recognized as a disease of chickens in the United States in 1926. The disease also occurs in pheasants.[2] GaHV-1 is shed in respiratory secretions and transmitted by droplet inhalation. A previously unexposed flock will develop cases for two to eight weeks following introduction. The incubation period is two to eight days.[1] Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, head shaking, lethargy, discharge from the eyes and nostrils (sometimes bloody), and difficulty breathing. The name comes from the severe inflammation of the larynx and trachea. A diphtheritic membrane may form in the trachea, causing obstruction. Mortality is typically less than 15 percent. A vaccine is available, but it does not prevent latent infections. The disease is usually refered to as Infectious laryngotracheitis or simply LT in the poultry industry. It is widely viewed as one of the most contagious viruses that affect the poultry industry. A confirmed case will usually result in the establishment of a quarantine zone around the farm. Inside this quarantine zone, poultry workers will avoid poultry farms to prevent the spread of the virus.

http://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/laryngotracheitis.html ...
This is an acute and highly contagious disease with gasping and spitting of blood. The lining of the windpipe swells up and sometimes the bird chokes to death. Sometimes this disease is contracted at poultry shows (inspector said because its not required at MOST shows! Many fanciers who show their birds are sure to vaccinate for Laryngo. Vaccinate healthy birds 4 weeks of age or older, with an eyedropper (in eye). 1,000 dose bottle.

 

[Sally Sunshine]

Quote: I try to help her, but she is mentally slow. She has the mentality of an 8-year-old. Her father taught her what he knew before he died, but it wasn't much. Anything I say is laughed at (by her mother) and she is told to ignore me.
She came over today to ask what she should do if the power goes out tomorrow night during the snow storm. I told her, and that is when she told me the details about the last hatch.
So, no. She doesn't understand the basics. The exact reason I have been telling her no about eggs (and chickens in general) for the past two years. She has worn me down. I can't imagine telling her yes again though.
awe just have her come over when they hatch to see them!

 

[cochins1088]

1 squirt on there vent and a drop on your finger and rub it on the back of the neck. Maybe a squirt under there wings if you see them there.

I just treated my flock with frontline plus. I'm praying that it works.

Frontline Plus may seem expensive, but considering how much you use, it's not so bad. I can get 6 doses for a 44 - 85 pound dog on amazon for $65. I only used one of those doses to treat my 30 birds so it's about $10 per treatment. That's about the same price as the poultry dust.

 

[chicksooner]

oh and Chicks, I am told I need covered runs as I will be U.S. PULLORUM-TYPHOID CLEAN & US H5/H7Avian Influenza Clean

Suggestions on a cheap way to cover huge runs??? PLEASE MESSAGE ME as I am not sure I will catch up on here as fast!! Thank you!!!

Nevermind glad it worked out for you. Congrats on making NPIP.

I just treated my flock with frontline plus. I'm praying that it works.

Frontline Plus may seem expensive, but considering how much you use, it's not so bad. I can get 6 doses for a 44 - 85 pound dog on amazon for $65. I only used one of those doses to treat my 30 birds so it's about $10 per treatment. That's about the same price as the poultry dust.

Front line spray is cheaper and lasts longer. I have been switching to using it.

 

[Sally Sunshine]

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