Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[ChicoryBlue]

Tonight's Full Roosting in Cluckle Hut

I recorded tonight's roosting. I was not present in the run as I left them to it. The following 12 minute recording will start with Phyllis on the roost as Phyllis enters and end with everyone one where they will be for tonight's sleep.

For me the saddest part was Sylvie looking out the side door to see where I was to help her.

I will not tell you how it ends. Speed forward if you don't want to see the entire event.

I think Sylvie being very determined to hang on to a spot somewhere up there is a good sign. She knows no other way, and she has the gumption to do it and isn't getting beaten down. Phyllis asserting her seniority is understandable, though it did cross my mind what Shad has said, being bullied can make a hen a bully too, and that's what Phyllis seemed like at times. BUT, she let Sylvie take the other angled roost, she did not push her off that. So that's good. They arrived at a truce. Yes, it's tough to watch, this is the sad reality for Sylvie now, she has to find a new place in the world without the close friend she had with her, her whole life so far. Only possible positive there is that she is still so young, and Phyllis may accept her/tolerate her as the sidekick she wants to be, so she'll feel she belongs again. It is a bittersweet thought. I hope it is as soon as possible. There is hope in this video.

 

[BY Bob]

Oh, Bob, that must have been heart wrenching for you(hugs for @BY Bob), as it broke my heart watching/hearing Sylvie...who just wanted a friend to roost next to.

I guess Phyllis' empathetic state has gone, and it is back to the status quo as far as she is concerned, now.

I did notice Sylvie looking out multiple times...where is daddy to help me?

I'm glad she did finally settle on the high roost, though. Maybe over time...or When Sylvie comes into lay, she will be able to roost next to Phyllis...unfortunately, that is a ways off....poor Sylvie (hugs for Sylvie)

I believe this is good and with time it will likely settle down. They are roosting together. Without me interfering. This is progress.

 

[BY Bob]

Me, too. Her tenacity was fantastic!

I think it bodes well for the future. She needs to be a fighter now.

 

[BY Bob]

I think Sylvie being very determined to hang on to a spot somewhere up there is a good sign. She knows no other way, and she has the gumption to do it and isn't getting beaten down. Phyllis asserting her seniority is understandable, though it did cross my mind what Shad has said, being bullied can make a hen a bully too, and that's what Phyllis seemed like at times. BUT, she let Sylvie take the other angled roost, she did not push her off that. So that's good. They arrived at a truce. Yes, it's tough to watch, this is the sad reality for Sylvie now, she has to find a new place in the world without the close friend she had with her, her whole life so far. Only possible positive there is that she is still so young, and Phyllis may accept her/tolerate her as the sidekick she wants to be, so she'll feel she belongs again. It is a bittersweet thought. I hope it is as soon as possible. There is hope in this video.

There is hope in this video.

I agree. It is hard but it gives me hope.

 

[BY Bob]

In the House
And ready for their car trip to the vet tomorrow.

 

[rural mouse]

Tonight's Full Roosting in Cluckle Hut

I recorded tonight's roosting. I was not present in the run as I left them to it. The following 12 minute recording will start with Phyllis on the roost as Phyllis enters and end with everyone one where they will be for tonight's sleep.

For me the saddest part was Sylvie looking out the side door to see where I was to help her.

I will not tell you how it ends. Speed forward if you don't want to see the entire event.

Sylvie's determined but impatient. She'll figure out to wait until Phyllis starts the preening process before hopping up. Storm wanted to roost with the others, but wasn't allowed even at the opposite end (4 feet plus) at 8 weeks. She was allowed on the opposite end of the nest boxes...after getting rousted out several times. She figured out hiding or staying outside until the preening was well underway meant she as less likelyt o get chased out. Now she's allowed to roost on the same bar as several others even though she's not laying yet. She doesn't consistently roost on there, but neither do some of the others. Sylvie is learning quickly and so is Phyllis. Sylvie will figure out: wait until the preening starts. Phyllis will figure out: Sylvie will respect my space.....then Sylvie will start creeping closer (teens always have to push).

 

[rural mouse]

Sick list.
Respiratory problem and possibly worms.
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Scaly Leg mite but there are other problems that I cant see yet.
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SLM plus slow crop and possibly worms.
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Respiratory problems.
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Considering the coop conditions you've been working on fixing, I'd be surprised if there were no respiratory problems. It's wonderful the one is letting you work on her beak. What are you working on fixing next? The mites, the slow crop, the worms, the respiratory, or more diagnosis?

 

[BY Bob]

Sylvie's determined but impatient. She'll figure out to wait until Phyllis starts the preening process before hopping up. Storm wanted to roost with the others, but wasn't allowed even at the opposite end (4 feet plus) at 8 weeks. She was allowed on the opposite end of the nest boxes...after getting rousted out several times. She figured out hiding or staying outside until the preening was well underway meant she as less likelyt o get chased out. Now she's allowed to roost on the same bar as several others even though she's not laying yet. She doesn't consistently roost on there, but neither do some of the others. Sylvie is learning quickly and so is Phyllis. Sylvie will figure out: wait until the preening starts. Phyllis will figure out: Sylvie will respect my space.....then Sylvie will start creeping closer (teens always have to push).

I sure hope you are correct. It surely is something to watch.

 

[micstrachan]

I believe this is good and with time it will likely settle down. They are roosting together. Without me interfering. This is progress.

Yes, it is!

 

[RoyalChick]

A mugshot for Monday.
Dotty says “You. Yes you. I am talking to you. Pay attention”
She is an intimidating chicken.