Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[BY Bob]

The Princesses are now in full-on molt. Those Roadrunners are densely packed in the fluff department - there is Roadrunner fluff everywhere, but apart from one feather out of place you really cannot tell to look at them.
I saw Diana eating feathers off the ground. Is that normal? I assume she wants the protein. I have given them sardines and some cat food and I have some stewing beef in the freezer I could make up for them. I could also get a hold of some venison as the hunting season has started.
Any advice welcome.

Protein, protein, and more protein. Whatever version they will eat. I'm not big on them eating feathers as they can impact the crop. Also, in my experience, trust them. They will eat enough of the right foods on their own.

 

[BY Bob]

Wall frames
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Once the run is done we can let them play outside some more.

On Platina: she was not a fan of the sling, but she's been working on strengthening her legs. The leg that was forward is now often tucked under her. The one on back is still sticking out, but the toes are moving more. She's been exercising and I believe she's making a slow recovery.View attachment 2861857

The coop looks great.

We are all praying for Platina.

 

[Lexicon]

Some children will test your patience.

Chicken Tax
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Aurora wants to know why you used her photo under the words, "some children will test your patience!"
It was a coincidence, right?

 

[BY Bob]

Aurora wants to know why you used her photo under the words, "some children will test your patience!"
It was a coincidence, right?

Nope. That was intentional.

 

[rural mouse]

I might be wrong...but I think @Shadrach meant to for the hawk?

I can't throw hammers as fast or accurately as hawks can fly/dodge.

 

[BY Bob]

I can't throw hammers as fast or accurately as hawks can fly/dodge.

If you can dodge a hammer you can dodge a hawk.

Chicken tax

 

[bgmathteach]

The Littles Were Up before Phyllis.....

I was all set to say, wow, very gentle 'stay in line' peck...and then I hit 1:30 ...

Still time for the littles to grow...and be able to stand up for themselves, though. Unfortunately, it just means another month or two before they get big enough to think about 'telling her off'. I have to say, though, that it really isn't terribly aggressive ....maybe not all chocolates & roses, but could be a lot worse.

 

[bgmathteach]

I can't throw hammers as fast or accurately as hawks can fly/dodge.

Ahhh, but having to dodge a flying hammer might distract it from the chickens, LOL

 

[rural mouse]

Nope. That was intentional.

Complete with the choice of photo bomber in the background?

 

[featherhead007]

Aurora wants to know why you used her photo under the words, "some children will test your patience!"
It was a coincidence, right?

Nope.Aurora is a doll!