Yeah I'm in the same boat. All 22 of my birds have names.my oldest daughter wouldn't even eat chicken period for two years. She will be nine next month and she just let that go this summer. Lol There will be no processing here either. Just lots and lots of bug control and fertilizerI figured I would consult a vet before doing something drastic. Since they are my pets, and I only have 17 of them, all of which my neice and nephews have named, I kinda have to try anything I can to keep them healthy. I appreciate all of the advice. I just don't have chickens that are meant for meat at all nor will they ever be a meal. If they stop laying, they will still be family pets and bug control. Even Gus, who likes to grind on my last nerve, will stay here and live a long life.