Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[BY Bob]

Sydney at Sunset

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

I wish I had more mice in my coop!

WE have rats ☹. The girls haven't managed to catch one yet.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

We have a Winner in the "First Newbie to Fall in the Open Pool" Contest!

It took 1 day!
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Fortunately, Mrs by Bob is here to dry her off and warm her up while I work.

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She looks quite relaxed actually, and enjoying the attention from Mrs ByBob.

Daisy's Dip

Sansa reminded me of the one time Daisy, the greatest hen ever, fell in the pool. It was over 90° F (32°C) when she fell in. I let her spin around the deep end two revolutions to cool off before I rescued her!

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The one time that Maleficent fell in she got right out on her own. I was shocked.
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Aurora actually got a wing stuck in the skimmer. She got sucked right in and pinned. That was scary.
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I know that Hattie has never been in the pool. I'm not sure about Lilly but I really don't think so. Patsy was in once. I have no idea where that photo is.

Elphie was killed by falling in the pool. I suppose I should write that story up and share it. I've been holding off telling that story as it's my fault. I nearly gave the chickens up completely at that point.

Daisy (the greatest hen ever) looks like she's paddling! Almost everyone has had at least one turn in the water. I'd be a nervous wreck.

Sorry to hear about Elphie. I think it's even more traumatic when it is something you feel you could have prevented.
I'd be interested in seeing a picture of your critter ladder when you install it Bob.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

Sydney at Sunset
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"Chickens of the Serengeti" - Here we see the noble beast surveying her domain before beddy-byes

 

[BY Bob]

WE have rats ☹. The girls haven't managed to catch one yet.

That's not cool.

 

[BY Bob]

"Chickens of the Serengeti" - Here we see the noble beast surveying her domain before beddy-byes

I love that.

They keep staying out later and later.

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

Here's a series of photos for you Bob.

Tsuki eyeing off the hanging lettuce

You can see where her new feathers have come in on her rump and shoulder. They are almost a whipped cream or buttery colour.

Reaching for the lettuce...

Are you quite finished taking photos yet?
Sorry Tsuki, I am obliged to send tribute to your biggest fan. ❤
( Also, notice the new feathers on her face that haven't quite fluffed out yet)

 

[Aussie-Chookmum]

That's not cool.

Nope. I'm not sure how to get rid of them as I don't want the chooks or ours or the neighbours dogs getting sick if I poison them.

 

[BY Bob]

Here's a series of photos for you Bob.

Tsuki eyeing off the hanging lettuce
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You can see where her new feathers have come in on her rump and shoulder. They are almost a whipped cream or buttery colour.

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Reaching for the lettuce...

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Are you quite finished taking photos yet?
Sorry Tsuki, I am obliged to send tribute to your biggest fan. ❤
( Also, notice the new feathers on her face that haven't quite fluffed out yet)

She looks spectacular! I just love that mug. All that attitude!

Thank you so much!

 

[BY Bob]

Nope. I'm not sure how to get rid of them as I don't want the chooks or ours or the neighbours dogs getting sick if I poison them.

Traps would be the only way I can think of. That won't eliminate them but it might control them.