Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[Cynthia12]

And..the sun came out, melted the snow on the trees, and now melting on the ground. Just hope it stays up on the Mountains for a couple

months. Back porch.

 

[LozzyR]

I used to rescue and foster dogs, so I've heard some horror stories. Being in this area now, folks are pretty good at keeping their dogs at bay. Even barking. I hear it in the day, but not at night, thank goodness..that's a pet peeve. Cats! People think it's fine to let the cats out. Had one kill, and eat one of my Heritage RIR's one year. Plus, I have a large front flower/garden bed out front. They come and pee and poo on my flowers and vegetables. One year it was so bad. Do you know how bad cat urine is on plants? I had no vegetables that year. Sorry to say, I had to start putting out a live trap. I work hard in that front bed. Vets will try and tell folks that it isn't a good idea to let cats roam. So many things can go bad for them. Fights that end up with sore infections. Hit by cars. Dog attacks. And yes, traps.

Our cats are indoor cats and don’t go outside, except on their run.

 

[Shadrach]

The poor girl. That is such an odd injury. I'm glad to hear that she not in much pain. Any thought to trying to put some weight back on her?
One for each of you.

I picked up some B complex and a bag of prawns and some frozen white fish for her today. She eats a lot but for some reason she still loses weight. The business with Cillin and Treacle has been stressful for her, Mel and me, the younger hens aren't that bothered.
She's a pensioner now in her early eighties by human standards. I'm not expecting any astounding improvements.

 

[BY Bob]

Happy 29 years to my husband and me! . Just sayin!

Congratulations!!!

 

[Shadrach]

Most responsible owners get it. It's the other sort make me so mad.

Every dog owner I've met think they are a responsible dog owner.
Most dog owners I've met will tell their dog wouldn't hurt a fly while I'm watching their dog stalking one or other of the animals here.
None of the farmers here will tell you their dogs are well trained. They don't need to. Farm dogs that can't be left with livestock don't live long.
I think the policy of the small holders higher up the mountain and on the next is the right one. If a dog is on their land without a lead and owner it gets shot.
It seems to have worked.

 

[BY Bob]

I love this sweet face! View attachment 2563656

She is adorable.

 

[BY Bob]

Or dogs. Or Beta Fish. Or preying Mantis.

Hear, hear.

 

[featherhead007]

Here's my little Polish. I'm thinking the whiteView attachment 2563916View attachment 2563917View attachment 2563919 will turn into all black? Maybe not on the head. You can see that the top is growing..on one side...

That's very interesting coloring for a Polish. The top knot is so Chic!

 

[BY Bob]

Love this photo. She looks proud. How old is she?

At least 6 likely 7. I rescued her from a situation so I don't know for sure.

 

[Shadrach]

Wonderful fellows to give those birds such a great chance at a real life!!!

Hmm, I think they get them because they are cheap and save a lot of spade work.
But yes, the ones I've seen close enough to judge look healthy and content.