Hello im new ! :)

[lazy gardener]

Welcome to BYC. Sounds like you have your hands full with a lot of animals/plans for the future.

Cornish Rock are not likely to live very long due to the fact that they grow so fast that their body systems can't keep up, and their bone structure can't support the weight. Sorry to be the bearer of such news, but culling him at this point would be in his best interests.

 

[TwoCrows]

Thanks y'all. I could use some advice on my meat bird he won't walk any more.

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

You cant over feed meat birds if you are keeping them as pets. If they get too heavy, they can't walk. Somewhere here in our achives is an article on how to feed them so they can live long lives. Every other day or something?

Definitely post in our emergency section. If you put the bird on a strict diet, she may walk again.

Welcome to our group!

 

[MrsMistyReal]

Welcome aboard to BYC family gr8 people tons of information, loads of fun, enjoy

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Sadly I have to agree with Lazy gardener. What TwoCrows says also helps if instituted when the birds are growing. At this point in his life the damage has already been done. Sorry.

 

[drumstick diva]

Cornish x meat birds have such explosive growth (weight) that if they aren't processed(slaughtered for meat) at about 10-12 weeks of age, their legs give out. Their bodies and organs cannot handle the excessive load.

 

[blackdust951]

it's great to have you here!
G'dayand welcome to backyard chickens!we're so happy you've decided to join us i hope you enjoy your time here.

 

[Wickedchicken6]

Hello and welcome to BYC!! It’s so nice to have you join us.

This video may help with learning how to navigate our new site.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask one of us.

 

[pennyJo1960]

1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get your chickens? This is my first year with my flock )

(2) How many chickens do you have right now? 32


(3) What breeds do you have?
Rhode Island reds
Bantams
Game cock
Cornish cr

(4) How did you find out about BackYardChickens.com?
Google

(5) What are some of your other hobbies? Hunting gardening homesteading

(6) Tell us about your family, your other pets, your occupation, or anything else you'd like to share. I have on dog he is beautiful I live with my boy friend and have a growing farm.

Great Bio Welcome to Backyard Chickens you can find lots of great articles and greater people

 

[chicken4prez]

Welcome to BYC! Please make yourself comfortable.