Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[BY Bob]

Sugar pics she was feeling like showing off apparently and I got some cute photos of her.

Preening but I swear in this pic she looks like she about to start a tussle.
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Whoa! Its a wee bit windy.
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Now to put her feathers back where they belong
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Those are great. She does look ready to throw down in that first photo.

 

[BY Bob]

@BY Bob is there a 'natural' remedy that might help with inflammation? I ask meaning in the sense of how cinnamon is good for diabetics, as it helps some with regulating blood sugar and with insulin resistance. So, I was thinking maybe an herb that might slightly lessen inflammation, and then you could supplement that with arthritis meds during cold and/or damp weather when arthritis seems to be at it's worst?

Hmmm, I just found this article. Would need to do more research, as I'm not sure of the value of this article in particular - would want one with more data...but was thinking that leaning heavier on treats that might 'help', might help??? I personally believe that most herbs won't cure things, once you have them, but they can sometimes help as part of a overall health plan. Not sure what you think on that, and it is perfectly okay if you think otherwise. Just spitballing, 'cause I love Hattie and wish for her to live to a ripe old age with good health and a good, non-painful, old age.

I'm planning to use the same CBD treatment that helped Lilly. If that doesn't provide relief I will take her to the vet. The vet is great at looking at supplements etc. before meds. She prescribed the CBD that helped Lilly.

 

[BY Bob]

oh, my, @RoyalChick , I swear I just saw a picture of you!

Spoiler: ?could this really be RC?

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That's great!

 

[micstrachan]

It is school projects like that, that could get me in trouble. Thankfully none of Rosie's teachers did it. About 3 years ago one of our neighbors little boy's classroom did and then sent the chicks home with the students. Unfortunately it was 1 chick per child. Her sons chick, did not survive past a week. If teachers are going to do that, they should know that a single chick is a terrible idea. Plus have a permission slip from the parents to bring them home so they are prepared.

This is such a sad story. Shame on that teacher. I bet some of the kids were traumatized.

 

[GregnLety]

Hmmm, too bad he is so young...Hattie needs a mate now...by the end of spring 'flush' when he is old enough, she may not lay any more this year/season. I have to say, if you were closer, I would consider buying him off of you. Your two boys look wonderful, and from what you have said, seem to be upstanding Roos, too!

I'd loan Jr if I was close enough. Good manners with the ladies and people friendly too. I'd give you the younger roo if you were nearby as we have an abundance of roos.

 

[rural mouse]

It's Friday

I can finally use the pics I got last Sunday!

Whiskey

Nellie and Twirp

Pippa

Jessica, Pear, and Mera in the lead

Blanche

The office water cooler

Jessica and Kren

 

[BY Bob]

It's Friday

I can finally use the pics I got last Sunday!
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Those are amazing!

 

[BY Bob]

Happy Friday

 

[Ponypoor]

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Oh he is a looker! And check out that comb and wattles already! For 2 months he sure is lovely already!

RC - he would be a lovely addition to your flock

 

[Ponypoor]

Silkies make wonderful roo's as well, and great dads, just saying.
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Bantam Cochin's like Jaffar are also wonderful roo's, just ask Alex, or Maran's for that matter.
Of course, mine and Alex's boys have feathered feet. One day, I will bring our friend @RoyalChick over to the dark side. One day.

Well now, I can’t speak to being a dada - but Mr P is an awesome suitor, and he is very patient with showing his ladies nesting sites, I bet he is going to be an awesome dada. Just wish those ladies of mine would JUST GO BROODY!