Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[TOMTE]

I get the same way in the heat. I make clear pedialyte ice cubes to mix into my water, coffee, or tea. I'm so grateful for central air in my house, but I'm immediately sick when I have to go outside at all. I also hardly eat when we have heat waves, not like it's going to stay down anyways.

I'm having a popsicle and its my first "food" today. I've just been sipping water and sleeping. No appetite at all. I don't think it'd be as bad if my meds didn't make me more prone to heat stroke/exhaustion.

We're in Michigan! It isn't supposed to get like this!

I did go out for about 10 minutes just now to check on the girls and replace their water. Hence the popsicle not as bad out there today but still too hot. The chooks are fine though. Supposed to cool off starting tomorrow. I hope we get the rain and storms they're predicting this week.

 

[RebeccaBoyd]

Two for Tuesday.
Georgette and Georgina.

 

[RebeccaBoyd]

It is miserably hot out. I spotted both Momma's hanging out in the shade with their chicks near the creek bank. I sat out on the back step for a few minutes sweltering so as not to disturb them and get some new pictures.

First up is Goose and her boy. I suspected so at hatch and I cannot deny it now. I've actually known for a few days as he is not even 2 1/2

weeks old yet and look what he is sporting on that pretty little head of his.

Next up is Gryffyn's 2. Right now they are behaving and not sporting any hints of a comb. Georgette has also revealed who her mother is as I did not get to see what egg she hatched out of. I just was told by mom a light tan or cream colored egg. Her feathers are coming in a soft yellow. My lone Buff hen Siri is his/her momma. It makes perfect sense now. Clean legs, white hatch down and when it does sprout, a single straight comb. Georgina, spots, more spots are popping as she looses her hatch down. The newest little black spots are in her tail feathers. Little one, do not let me down, you have the potential to be the most adorable spotted bowling ball as a adult.

 

[SimpleJenn]

Breezy is not handling the heat and humidity very well.

When I walked out. I was able to scoop him up without much fighting and he rested in my arms while I checked him over.

After I set him down by the water.

 

[BY Bob]

In the House Again

I had to bring Hattie in again. She was in the nest box in the Cluckle Hut in distress again.

I will keep her in until the temp starts down again and then move her back out. I need her to adjust to heat so I don't want to keep her in the house. I know the in/out is not good. Im not sure what else to do.

She is resting comfortably right now.

 

[BY Bob]

It is miserably hot out. I spotted both Momma's hanging out in the shade with their chicks near the creek bank. I sat out on the back step for a few minutes sweltering so as not to disturb them and get some new pictures.

First up is Goose and her boy. I suspected so at hatch and I cannot deny it now. I've actually known for a few days as he is not even 2 1/2

weeks old yet and look what he is sporting on that pretty little head of his.

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Next up is Gryffyn's 2. Right now they are behaving and not sporting any hints of a comb. Georgette has also revealed who her mother is as I did not get to see what egg she hatched out of. I just was told by mom a light tan or cream colored egg. Her feathers are coming in a soft yellow. My lone Buff hen Siri is his/her momma. It makes perfect sense now. Clean legs, white hatch down and when it does sprout, a single straight comb. Georgina, spots, more spots are popping as she looses her hatch down. The newest little black spots are in her tail feathers. Little one, do not let me down, you have the potential to be the most adorable spotted bowling ball as a adult.
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So precious!

 

[TOMTE]

Breezy is not handling the heat and humidity very well.
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When I walked out. I was able to scoop him up without much fighting and he rested in my arms while I checked him over.
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After I set him down by the water.

Poor guy! Can you take him inside for a while? Soak his feet and belly in cold water?

 

[RoyalChick]

Phew... This heat wave is no joke. I woke up early this morning sick from the heat, throwing up and everything. I feel better now after a nap, but I'm staying inside today. The girls will have to keep themselves cool.

Remember to stay hydrated and dont risk your health being out in the heat. Take lots of breaks in the AC if you can, if you have to work outside. I'm still feeling tired and a little off, but thankfully not throwing up anymore. 🫩

And wear a hat!

 

[RoyalChick]

A Magical 2fer

I just love this photo.....
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I do love how they are a pair together. Both very stylish.

 

[RoyalChick]

It is miserably hot out. I spotted both Momma's hanging out in the shade with their chicks near the creek bank. I sat out on the back step for a few minutes sweltering so as not to disturb them and get some new pictures.

First up is Goose and her boy. I suspected so at hatch and I cannot deny it now. I've actually known for a few days as he is not even 2 1/2

weeks old yet and look what he is sporting on that pretty little head of his.

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Next up is Gryffyn's 2. Right now they are behaving and not sporting any hints of a comb. Georgette has also revealed who her mother is as I did not get to see what egg she hatched out of. I just was told by mom a light tan or cream colored egg. Her feathers are coming in a soft yellow. My lone Buff hen Siri is his/her momma. It makes perfect sense now. Clean legs, white hatch down and when it does sprout, a single straight comb. Georgina, spots, more spots are popping as she looses her hatch down. The newest little black spots are in her tail feathers. Little one, do not let me down, you have the potential to be the most adorable spotted bowling ball as a adult.
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Oh my!
Just