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Chirping
So I know she likely has an ovary injury, but I’m wondering if anyone who’s had a hen do this, can tell me what else to expect.
My 3 year old Speckled Sussex, Peppa, who has been a good layer (and we have a few of her chicks now laying as well) has always had a tiny spur. Mid summer I noticed it growing, late summer a second one appeared and she now has a full set. Then one day I saw her drop her wing and dance around another hen. She stopped laying and is now crowing.
What I’m wondering is, when she molts will she grow in more rooster-like? Will her sweet demeanor change? She’s my favourite, dumb as a stump hen. She’s so friendly. So far she still lets me let her (and still squats). Anything else I should expect?
My 3 year old Speckled Sussex, Peppa, who has been a good layer (and we have a few of her chicks now laying as well) has always had a tiny spur. Mid summer I noticed it growing, late summer a second one appeared and she now has a full set. Then one day I saw her drop her wing and dance around another hen. She stopped laying and is now crowing.
What I’m wondering is, when she molts will she grow in more rooster-like? Will her sweet demeanor change? She’s my favourite, dumb as a stump hen. She’s so friendly. So far she still lets me let her (and still squats). Anything else I should expect?