Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[RoyalChick]

Thing is iffy. If she's in need of a trim, she tends to stay close to the coop (and ends up taking a beating if she ventures too far and is deemed blind bird, threat to the welfare of the tribe). When she's had a good trim, she is more willing to explore, but she's a nervous/timid girl. Her sister was bolder, and if she'd survived, I think would have drawn Thing out more. That being said, she has been assertive with the younger birds. If @RoyalChick is looking at crested birds, I would recommend (at least for now) staying away from full crest unless they will be staying inside the fully enclosed areas. The forward crested birds and partial crested would not be a problem, but unless time is spent doing some serious crest trimming, Polish, Houdan, Crevecoeur (pain to spell), and Sultans are not such good choices for ranging (doesnt mean can't be done). The first 2 at least (dunno anyone with the other 2), can be easy to work with so getting them used to regular salon visits is doable (slow, treats after, read body language, better to do several shorter than 1 longer). Roosters for all those breeds grow their crests differently so can see more readily (although @Ponypoor has trimmed Mr. P also) than the hens can.

I'm not saying don't get those breeds. Just saying serious thought (which you do anyway). Flighty breeds (like leghorn and hamburg) tend to be more challenging to keep confined (term used in reading up on breeds, but not defined for the purposes of whichever source by dimensions). The Palace's space should provide more flexibility just based upon recommended space/bird (regardless of breed).

And there are still many rafters that have not yet been claimed! I think I need at least one that won't fly to the rafters but will use one of the roosts.

 

[rural mouse]

A little, but I have had a couple Orpingtons with large combs. Probably not so much on the other side of the pond, though (but, yes, it is much larger than the average Orpington comb.)

The comb size, body size/shape and black tail are what have me guessing light sussex mix. Colombian markings aren't as pronounced as wyandotte/ light Brahma, and crossed with maybe a white orpington or white leghorn, could be a possibility.

 

[Marie2020]

Made it home last night but called out this morning. Yay! Happy Bithday to me, lol. I did see Gorda's baby last night and it's huge! The Sebright chicks are getting big and are beautiful . I should be home tomorrow around lunchtime and will post baby pics.

Happy Birthday

 

[rural mouse]

And there are still many rafters that have not yet been claimed! I think I need at least one that won't fly to the rafters but will use one of the roosts.

The giants won't climb the rafters. The hamburgs (and other "flighty" breeds) likely will.

 

[Marie2020]

It had it's highlights. Nino woke me up with kisses and I had coffee and a chat with lety. All was good until I checked my work phone. I also heard from a friend in Germany this evening that I had lost contact with. Pic of my sweet Nino. View attachment 3389566

Hello Nino. You're a handsome lad

 

[lightm]

Morning . An ancona landed on my arm while i was taking pictures

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How are you doing today?

 

[Marie2020]

I am going to have to put some patio slabs around the base of the trees to stop them digging - I am worried they will cause it to fall ove digging up the roots hahahaha!

Determined little fluffy butt's will soon find another way

 

[Ponypoor]

It’s cold out here. I’m bringing my cup of Coco inside to warm me up!

Great idea - hope the two of you are able to keep warm and dry.

 

[Marie2020]

Love that picture! And good to see you back here Marie.

Hey RC I missed you all so it's good to be back

 

[Ponypoor]

Oh you mean Momma Hens offspring then.
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Eggsactly! I am still agog about her hatching those babies

So that one on the far right looks like a Roo.... what about the other?