Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[Shadrach]

This Might be the Best Thing I have Ever Seen in My Life

That all looks pretty solid Bob. I just hope now that no lasting damage has been done to the chick.

 

[Shadrach]

I didn't have any sound so couldn't hear happy cheeps. I hope that is all good - she definitely seems to acknowledge she has a baby!
For my preference she would be a little less obsessed with cleanliness and a little more obsessed with FOOD!
I don't think I will relax until I see them out and eating and drinking. Do please tell us when that happens!

One of the first things the mums I've known have tried to do at the ealiest opportunity is to have a bath. Most bath once a day when they are not broody so even a few days sat in straw and on eggs must make them feel dusty and itchy.

 

[micstrachan]

Hopefully he won't.

Yeah, I suspect that’s over.

 

[Shadrach]

Up and About
Sylvie is not as robust as I would like but her and Phyllis were up and about. I went to put fresh fish in and Phyllis let me feed her. Sylvie ate some fish and then seemed tired so Phyllis moved the nest to her. Sylvie is all tucked in right now under Mum but she did lay next to Phyllis for a while. It is 86°F ( 30°C) in the coop right now.

There's a bit to go yet with Sylvie. She should be steadier on her feet at her age and more active. Still, she's alive and Phyllis seems to be on the job.

 

[Shadrach]

Teaching her Baby

Watch this amazing video as Phyllis teaches Sylvie to drink. Be still my heart!

Watching things like this makes me wonder how anyone could beleive that chicks are fine without mums.

 

[MaryJanet]

Nobody hops out?

Most picnic baskets can be closed if needs be. This sort of thing...

I wouldn't recommend carrying any live animal in a basket that doesn't close.

 

[Shadrach]

Most picnic baskets can be closed if needs be. This sort of thing...

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I wouldn't recommend carrying any live animal in a basket that doesn't close.

Such a great idea. Much more friendly looking than a plastic pet carrier.

 

[Ribh]

He won't. Mrs BY Bob has promised to not let me. Safety system.

Way to go Mrs @BY Bob!

 

[MaryJanet]

Up and About
Sylvie is not as robust as I would like but her and Phyllis were up and about. I went to put fresh fish in and Phyllis let me feed her. Sylvie ate some fish and then seemed tired so Phyllis moved the nest to her. Sylvie is all tucked in right now under Mum but she did lay next to Phyllis for a while. It is 86°F ( 30°C) in the coop right now.

Great name!

 

[Lady Red]

Sylvie has been eating chick feed off of the floor today. I'll scatter more tomorrow.

Heartwarming news ❤