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[CityHen-Indy]

Condolences M2H. She was beautiful and I'm sure was in the best of homes.

 

[CCCCCCCCHICKENS]

RIP Jersey ~ She came to live with us on June 12, 2012 and was put to sleep at the Veterinarian's on January 7, 2014. I was lucky to have her and she was lucky to have me. Jersey was the flock leader, my favorite chicken, and the only one who knew her name and could have a back and forth "conversation." (I'm not sure what we talked about, but she was very engaging!) I will miss her so much!

Diagnosis: Large tumor mass growing, smaller tumors also -- Ovarian Cancer. Egg peritonitis could be secondary, but large tumor was primary problem. I asked the vet about pain since it was difficult to tell. He agreed that it's difficult to know, but typically chickens barely eat or quit eating when they're in pain. Jersey still ate and led the flock around, but not as enthusiastically as she used to do. At least she didn't have to suffer since I first noticed things weren't quite right a few weeks ago, so it hadn't progressed into a really bad condition. I didn't think I'd ever have a chicken in "Freezer Camp," but she's in the vet's freezer until the ground warms enough to bury here at home. (Total bill: $45 fyi) Very reasonable.

I'm so sorry.

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[CityHen-Indy]

I also have 3 pet quaility silkies looking for new homes. They either have straight combs, incorrect # of toes, or both. Get with me if anyone is interested.

Brad, if there's a chicken train from your area to somewhere near Indy, I'd love to give my Fluffy Diva some friends her own size. Doesn't matter whether roo or hen, fully toed or not, and shape of comb. Anyone forming a train from your home to this area? Your new chicks are knock-dead gorgeous. I'm not into showing, so those little perfect souls would be better suited with others but I'm always willing to take on a few ugly "ducklings". The distance is the only drawback and right now the ice covered roads.

 

[CityHen-Indy]

Roscoe has frostbite on his comb and wattles. I hated to see it so when his wattles swelled today I brought him in for a day in the house and to apply ointment. He didn't seem to be in pain, but it hurts me to see the damage from the extreme cold. He attacks my elderly neighbor lady when she tries to visit the coop, but I think he's a sweetheart and he's always a gentleman to me.

 

[CityHen-Indy]

Princess came in to keep Roscoe company and to give her a break from being lowest in the pecking order. She often perches by herself or on one of the nesting boxes. Hope the other girls aren't too jealous she was out of the coop on a warm date with him.

 

[bradselig]

Brad, if there's a chicken train from your area to somewhere near Indy, I'd love to give my Fluffy Diva some friends her own size. Doesn't matter whether roo or hen, fully toed or not, and shape of comb. Anyone forming a train from your home to this area? Your new chicks are knock-dead gorgeous. I'm not into showing, so those little perfect souls would be better suited with others but I'm always willing to take on a few ugly "ducklings". The distance is the only drawback and right now the ice covered roads.

Right now I just have the 3 chicks available. I *might* have a showgirl and white silkie that are a little older between 1-2 months old. Can't decide if i was to sell them or hold off a little longer. The showgirl I can't decide if its a straight comb or just a bumpy walnut comb. The white silkie is turning out beautifully, the skin and beak are just lighter than I'd hoped.

I am going to Lebanon on the 18th! So getting them to you is not an issue.

 

[bradselig]

Roscoe has frostbite on his comb and wattles. I hated to see it so when his wattles swelled today I brought him in for a day in the house and to apply ointment. He didn't seem to be in pain, but it hurts me to see the damage from the extreme cold. He attacks my elderly neighbor lady when she tries to visit the coop, but I think he's a sweetheart and he's always a gentleman to me.

Princess came in to keep Roscoe company and to give her a break from being lowest in the pecking order. She often perches by herself or on one of the nesting boxes. Hope the other girls aren't too jealous she was out of the coop on a warm date with him.

Poor guy! I also have several with frostbite. Not much you can do when it's this cold out! Hope he heals well.

They are both beautiful! And glad to see you posting again!

 

[kabhyper1]

I took a screen shot of Miss Blue Belle from my video. I am really liking her shape at 3 1/2 months. I had to adjust it a bit since my video quality wasn't great.

 

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I took a screen shot of Miss Blue Belle from my video. I am really liking her shape at 3 1/2 months. I had to adjust it a bit since my video quality wasn't great.

Have you ever considered showing? You have some really beautiful birds. While I have never shown a silkie I think your could stand their ground in a show.

 

[hanakimi]

sorry to hear about your loss mother2hens.