Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[ChicoryBlue]

No BLU. Even Rocks-Ann my hen, has stopped laying, and begs for my attention now. She wants to be with me all day, and pecks my leg to pick her up. I usually do. Her and BLU were very close together, after Rocket had to be put down. This is a tragedy for my entire feathered family.

So sorry, @featherhead007. Yes, it is a terrible tragedy, and a mystery At least you can comfort them all, and maybe that will bring you some comfort, in doing that.

 

[featherhead007]

So sorry, @featherhead007. Yes, it is a terrible tragedy, and a mystery At least you can comfort them all, and maybe that will bring you some comfort, in doing that.

Comfort them, yes. Me, No!

 

[ChicoryBlue]

Comfort them, yes. Me, No!

Yes, it can't really change the grief. I meant that sometimes loving moments with others can give you a moment's respite. I wish you well through this, believe me.

 

[micstrachan]

Hi friends. I left my phone at home, so am checking in on an actual computer! What a treat! I am out with the flock and dog at the moment, so will read today's posts later.

I wanted to provide a quick flock update.

Dorothy - Her body language is excellent, but no eggs (I'm fine with that, as long as she's not laying internally. It's possible if not likely she's still dropping softies). Today was her last dose of enrofloxacin.

Ruby - Would you believe her swelling went down??? I'm so happy. I did notice that when she sits, she still breathes a bit heavily and tilts toward her right side, I assume to take pressure off her left. Not sure what's causing her discomfort and will probably not know until a necropsy someday. I'm just happy she seems to be enjoying herself and doing normal chicken things. Today was her last dose of enrofloxacin.

Minnie - She had REALLY tough time yesterday after work and this morning. Clearly not feeling well and drinking TONS of water, but not really eating. I suspected a back-up of some kind somewhere. I felt a small egg in her vent and a soft, fluidy crop in the morning. Today I'm pretty sure she laid the fairy egg with a brittle shell and significant meat spot in it, but nothing that resembled yolk to my eye. She's more active tonight, but still tentative. She did approach me somewhat expectantly, so I may try to sneak her a treat of baby bird formula with molasses and yogurt in case she's backed up. If she is, I think it might be secondary since she might be coming down with a laying disorder. She's my second Buckeye and Ruby is my first. What is up with these girls? They do not jump onto my radar as high production birds prone to laying issues.

I hope everyone had or is having a great day.

 

[micstrachan]

No BLU. Even Rocks-Ann my hen, has stopped laying, and begs for my attention now. She wants to be with me all day, and pecks my leg to pick her up. I usually do. Her and BLU were very close together, after Rocket had to be put down. This is a tragedy for my entire feathered family.

Oh no!!! I'm so, so sorry, Alex. So BLU just disappeared without a trace? You've walked the property and seen no sign of feathers or anything? My goodness, this must be extremely stressful and sad. I'm sad, too. Hugs to you, my friend.

 

[featherhead007]

Oh no!!! I'm so, so sorry, Alex. So BLU just disappeared without a trace? You've walked the property and seen no sign of feathers or anything? My goodness, this must be extremely stressful and sad. I'm sad, too. Hugs to you, my friend.

Thanks friend

 

[LozzyR]

I'm a big believer in chicken based greeting cards.

And T-shirts!

 

[featherhead007]

I walked into the property one more time tonight. Even outside the fence line. Checked the neighbor’s yard, checked down the road. No go. I’m going to sleep in the spare bedroom with the only family rooster I have left. The others are too young still. (Heck, I needed an alarm clock anyways) and emotional support. Emily will be fine without him for one night. OKAY, Alex, in time of need, will sleep next to his animals. Just not in the same bed.

 

[LozzyR]

Shad, I hope so too, but still no luck. He can’t fly, and I found no breeches in the fence line anywhere on my property. It’s a great mystery. Not even a feather. I’m full of unwarranted emotions at this point. I LOVE THAT CRAZY BEAUTIFUL ROOSTER!

I'm so sorry Alex. Isn't that what happened to Ben?

 

[featherhead007]

And time to practice what I preach