Memorial to Fern

[BluejaySerenade]

May 11th, 2020 - May 25th, 2021
One of our hens died last night. She was a sweet and loving hen, though shy at first. She was taken from us by a dreaded predator. She got too curious and stuck her head out of the chicken wire, and in turn, it got bit off. I miss her dearly. She was a gorgeous hen as well.

This is the last photo of her, which I took on Friday morning. She’s the white one. Here’s some more photos of my sweetheart

This is when the flock followed me while I was sitting on the porch.

This is when they were taking a dust bath. (Didn’t quite work, the ground was frozen)

Here’s a picture from the day we got them. (She’s on the left)

And that’s it. Also if anyone knows what breed Fern was, we’re planning to get a new one so we’d like to know.

 

[Chookchicken]

Fern is such a beautiful name, to go with such a beautiful hen. I’m sorry you lost her. Losing chickens is really hard. Don’t let anyone tell you that “it’s just a chicken”. Because it’s not ‘just a chicken’, she’s your companion. Just remember that everyone on BYC is here for you
RIP Fern. May she run in a field of warms and corn

 

[BluejaySerenade]

Fern is such a beautiful name, to go with such a beautiful hen. I’m sorry you lost her. Losing chickens is really hard. Don’t let anyone tell you that “it’s just a chicken”. Because it’s not ‘just a chicken’, she’s your companion. Just remember that everyone on BYC is here for you
RIP Fern. May she run in a field of warms and corn

Thank you, it’s nice to know people care <3

 

[Offshoreorca]

Oh I'm so sorry. So very hard to loose our dear pets and companions. Especially so young and to a predator I hope you are able to find peace. They hold a very special place in our hearts that is hard to explain to those who haven't had them as pets. RIP Fern.

 

[BluejaySerenade]

Oh I'm so sorry. So very hard to loose our dear pets and companions. Especially so young and to a predator I hope you are able to find peace. They hold a very special place in our hearts that is hard to explain to those who haven't had them as pets. RIP Fern.

Yeah, people don’t understand how sweet and intelligent chickens are

 

[Offshoreorca]

Yeah, people don’t understand how sweet and intelligent chickens are

They certainly do not. I think many people also haven't experienced hand-raised chickens either - their personality blooms when you give them so much care and freedom to express it (unlike large scale production hens, that though often sweet, take a lot of care and attention to gain confidence and revive personality).

 

[FeatherTay]

May 11th, 2020 - May 25th, 2021
One of our hens died last night. She was a sweet and loving hen, though shy at first. She was taken from us by a dreaded predator. She got too curious and stuck her head out of the chicken wire, and in turn, it got bit off. I miss her dearly. She was a gorgeous hen as well. View attachment 2687453This is the last photo of her, which I took on Friday morning. She’s the white one. Here’s some more photos of my sweetheart View attachment 2687458
This is when the flock followed me while I was sitting on the porch.
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This is when they were taking a dust bath. (Didn’t quite work, the ground was frozen)
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Here’s a picture from the day we got them. (She’s on the left)View attachment 2687466View attachment 2687468View attachment 2687469
And that’s it. Also if anyone knows what breed Fern was, we’re planning to get a new one so we’d like to know.

Im so sorry about Fern. That's a horrible way to die, but It sounds like she had a great life! Fern looks to be an Easter Egger hen. Easter Eggers are all different, so If you want one like her, I would try and get another chick that looks like how she did when she was a baby.

 

[BluejaySerenade]

They certainly do not. I think many people also haven't experienced hand-raised chickens either - their personality blooms when you give them so much care and freedom to express it (unlike large scale production hens, that though often sweet, take a lot of care and attention to gain confidence and revive personality).

They’re just like any other pet, they need attention and love too

 

[Sally PB]

Fern is such a beautiful name, to go with such a beautiful hen.

Yes. It was also my Grandmother's middle name (she was a beautiful person!). I have thought about naming a chicken Fern someday, if I have one that "lives up" to it. If I do, I will think of your wonderful girl.

I'm so sorry you lost your friend. Hugs.

RIP, Fern.

 

[BluejaySerenade]

Im so sorry about Fern. That's a horrible way to die, but It sounds like she had a great life! Fern looks to be an Easter Egger hen. Easter Eggers are all different, so If you want one like her, I would try and get another chick that looks like how she did when she was a baby.

We’re thinking of getting an olive egger or a lavender Orpington (Orpingtons are the sweetest)