Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[RoyalChick]

Yes, that's what I told Goneril. Don't grow up too fast little one!

I have to say that it has been fascinating watching these chicks grow up and integrate with the flock. I took lots of time off from work, so that I could be present and it has been so great!

In this photo, Beatrice (the black pullet) is bathing with Penny and Rosa.
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I just love watching them merge into one flock (well sort of).
My Pentagonists are definitely their own tribe and Bernie is grumpy with all of them so they avoid her. But Babs is happy to hang out with them and it seems mutual.
What I notice though is in the evening they all come out for their last forage of the day and are together. I think Bernie is more mellow when her crop is stuffed to bursting point, and as a matter of practicality probably can’t run that fast when she is so full. It seems the Pentagonists know this and therefore forage with her rather than keeping their distance. It is my favorite time of day to visit with them. They are so peaceful and busy grabbing bugs and seeds.

 

[Lexicon]

He is a handsome boy! Does he know it yet? Or do the girls keep him in line?

So many fires everywhere - fires or floods or hurricanes. Tragedy everywhere these days, it seems.
I'm glad you are safe. I honestly can't (?don't) keep track of where everyone is (other than general country) to know if it is bad where they are....so I am glad @Ponypoor brought it up - and that you are okay.

I think Cesario is just on the cusp of getting his hormones. Sometimes he seems like he is going to try to grab the pullets (he doesn't) and they shy away from him, but they spend lots of time resting together too.

He doesn't tidbit or mate yet, but he is crowing. This morning, I saw him sharing the food bowl with Isabella but then she gave him a smack down before she left for her nap! He has quite a lot of work ahead of him to win over the ladies!

 

[featherhead007]

Good day for Mr. Toad I was moving the water park around a bit and a big ol toad was underneath a pile of wood. I told him, get your green a:;; back under that pile, before the chooks see you hiding there.

 

[featherhead007]

I think Cesario is just on the cusp of getting his hormones. Sometimes he seems like he is going to try to grab the pullets (he doesn't) and they shy away from him, but they spend lots of time resting together too.

He doesn't tidbit or mate yet, but he is crowing. This morning, I saw him sharing the food bowl with Isabella but then she gave him a smack down before she left for her nap! He has quite a lot of work ahead of him to win over the ladies!

Rooster lessons $15 a session. See Jaffar the roo for more details.

 

[Ponypoor]

It appears 4 is the magic number. She has settled down and it has been several hours since the last kitten. I have not checked to see how many boys or girls, will do that soon after we give her a clean bed.
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O.M.G.!

So sweet they are so precious the first one looks like it’s a barred rock like mama

 

[featherhead007]

Um, well, you are only ever using the bottoms of your feet - so I guess the tops will always be available for her to perch on.

Hey BMT, have I told you lately..

 

[featherhead007]

It’s not that hot today but I have Jaffar and Dakota in the house at the moment.
Everyone could use a little air conditioning to cool down and relax with!

 

[Ponypoor]

Hi Twister!

Thanks for asking regarding the fires. We have been lucky this summer. Although two towns were evacuated, no structures or lives were lost. The firefighters worked hard and we had firefighters from across Canada helping. We are now in normal autumn weather, 15C during the day and 7C at night.

Fire tax:
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WOW is that you beautiful gorgeous rooster

He sure is a looker

 

[featherhead007]

I had a lifelong friend die from a brain tumor. He had been my friend since junior high school. And we went everywhere together. Even received our private pilots license at the same place and time. As he was progressing in his sickness, his friend was always there to help him with whatever he needed. He took him to church, took him to museums and amusement parks. Gave him a good time while he progressed into oblivion. Now he’s at peace and I’m kinda jealous of that. I WAS A TRUE FRIEND, he told me.
I’m proud to have been his friend!
Rest well now with the angels Brian. When I’m done with this project, I’ll be coming to see you!

Yeah it’s not that happy, but I’m happy for him and glad he’s gone where I will be going to see him again. This I am positive of!

 

[Lexicon]

WOW is that you beautiful gorgeous rooster

He sure is a looker

He likes to think so!