Learning the hard way ....lol

[Tfo4214]

good day. My name is Ken. I am retired - 24 years military (Infantry) and 9 years EMS (Paramedic). I got chicken in May for the first time. I have 1 rooster named Maverick, 1 large black hen Maggie (no idea what kind), 1 large blonde hen Marilyn ( again no idea what kind), 3 Leghorn hens - Polly, Patty and Penny, and 7 ISA Browns - Mavis, Molly, Marge, Sue, Sally, Sis and Sniffles. I know - don’t name your chickens - but my wife beat me too it - so when she lets them out in the morning she addresses each one by name as the step out for the day. I also have 12 Common Quail (in a separate enclosure). I am learning everyday something new - I often find my self drinking morning coffee just watching them - anxious for the next couple eggs to come. I think it’s cool that they provide me with eggs of their own signature everyday.
I’m looking forward to hearing more stuff to learn and maybe I’ll be able to help out? Thx

Ken

 

[BlueBaby]

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[DobieLover]

Hello, Ken, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
It's okay to name your chickens as long as you aren't planning to eat them.

 

[CarpCharacin]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you decided to join our wonderful community!

 

[fldiver97]

Welcome Nice to have you here! It sounds like you have the same affliction many of us have All my girls have names and are quite social. Nothing better than watching watching their antics .... relaxing and entertaining

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens Ken, it's great to meet you. Watching chickens is actually what we call "Chicken Tv." No cable or satellite bills, no reruns, full color, what more could you want?

 

[ThreeOfSeven]

Welcome! I think my chicken/chick/duckling watching is like a mantra. Easy to get lost in it.

 

[Rick M]

Hello and welcome to BYC Ken. Thank you for your service.

 

[21hens-incharge]

Welcome!

Chickens are a real hoot to watch. I have learned tons here. Always room to learn more.

Our Malamute has a similar routine. No coffee for her though. She runs out, does her business and heads to the chicken tv. Lol she only gets one channel and it is always the same soap opera on.