Hey, I'm FreeRangeSilkie! And I have a question......

[FreeRangeSilkie]

My question is about my white oldest Silkie named Max. She is a double bearded or something like that. The problem is she just can't see through her feathers. Is there anything i can do to help her?? I would love for her the be able to see again. Thanks!

 

[sunflour]

I posted a link that may help on your other thread: https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/297632/silkie-thread

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined us! I think trimming her feathers would be the best thing to do. Chickens need to be able to see properly, especially if there are predators around.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC - you have some great advice already so I'll just say hello!


All the best
CT

 

[FreeRangeSilkie]

Ok, thanks for the replys and help!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[drumstick diva]

Lots of folks trim back the crest and beards so their silkies can see their surroundings. & predators moving in. People often think they are stupid, they are not. Once they can see clearly their IQ rises. Best to use a scissors with rounded tips -less chance of accidentally nipping the wrong places. You might have an assistant wrap a towel around the birds body and hold on their lap, while you trim . It will grow back.

 

[FreeRangeSilkie]

Ok thanks i didn't really know where to trim and Max my silkie is really calm that she will just sit in my lap when i tried to do it. I didn't do such a good job so now i'm going to have someone help trim it.