- Apr 22, 2007
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My week old buff orpington has just had all her 11 sisters murdered by the family cat- as I went looking for a part to secure the covering over their brooder the cat jumped in and killed all but one little guy in a matter of minutes. This chickie has a little scratch on her back but she somehow managed to escape the evil cat. She seems to be doing fine but is very lonely! When they were all together they never jumped out of the box but now every time you put her in there- out she flies. I got her a bigger box that she can't jump out of but she just sreams bloody murder when left in there alone... as soon as you put your hand in there with her she's perfectly happy- she cawls onto your hand and goes to sleep. I can get her a buddy this tuesday but don't know if the week age difference will matter or if the other might peck on her back or if it's a good idea to introduce a new chicken to another anyways b/c diseases etc.) What should I do b/c I can't keep her in my lap forever especially b/c she makes it very hard to type when she pecks at my keyboard and types stray letters! Thanks for all your suggestions! I have really enjoyes reading all the informative posts on this site (sorry if this question has already been addressed)