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[aussiegal318]

Was she doing the walk of shame?
I would sure like to try it. Where did you see that? What type of beer was it? I like stuff labeled like that.
Stone brewery puts out a beer that is call Arrogant *******. Then on the back of the label it goes on and on about how you aren't good enough for this beer and you might as well put it it down. Very funny.
HA HA!! It Won't let you say Bast-rd?? LOL!!! Over the top. To a point of very funny.

We own a couple of liquor stores & some of the names! They are getting better & better every year.

 

[KlopKlop]

@gofeedthegirls I added more photos to the hoop album and added descriptions to all the photos. Let me know if you have any questions or need more specifics

https://www.backyardchickens.com/g/a/7050478/hoop-tractor#

 

[aussiegal318]

Had to bring my 12 yo Aussie into the vet yesterday because of a lump on her hip & she has twisted her good front paw several times resulting in me having to carry her out of the dog park more then once. The vet tried to aspirate the lump & got nothing. He didn't go deep enough, because it broke open today. Need to make an appt to get it lanced & cleaned out. I don't want to lose another dog to an intramuscular abscess. Poor girl as already in so much pain from arthritis in her shoulders & wrists that the vet had to increase her meds again. He also made the comment that when the old boy (14yrs) time comes it might be better that they go together as they are bonded. Anybody have any experience with doggie diapers? The old boy just can't hold it for any extended time.

 

[Rhetts]

An error on my part caused our drake to get hurt. I had a foot trap out for weasels and I thought I had it far enough in the box that the birds would leave it alone. Nope. Yesterday morning we found him caught in it. His upper bill was snapped in the trap. We managed to get the trap off and he has been acting relatively normal for the last 2 days. I think he will be fine but I tell you what I feel like crap. At first sight the kids and I thought he was going to have to be put down. Many tears! How many birds have to suffer because of my mistakes?! AAHHH!

On a better note, the little duckling is doing well. He is being cared for by both the hen ducks and the 2 drakes keep him in line. All are sleeping and hanging out together 24-7. A relief for me. I wasn't sure how the others were going to behave.

In chicken news, all is good. Still have the soft shell egg though. I don't know how to fix that yet. Layer feed and oyster shell are available at all times. Vitamins are given once a week in water. ?????? Wouldn't things have worked themselves out by now if it were just a new layer getting into the swing of things??

 

[duluthralphie]

An error on my part caused our drake to get hurt. I had a foot trap out for weasels and I thought I had it far enough in the box that the birds would leave it alone. Nope. Yesterday morning we found him caught in it. His upper bill was snapped in the trap. We managed to get the trap off and he has been acting relatively normal for the last 2 days. I think he will be fine but I tell you what I feel like crap. At first sight the kids and I thought he was going to have to be put down. Many tears! How many birds have to suffer because of my mistakes?! AAHHH!

On a better note, the little duckling is doing well. He is being cared for by both the hen ducks and the 2 drakes keep him in line. All are sleeping and hanging out together 24-7. A relief for me. I wasn't sure how the others were going to behave.

In chicken news, all is good. Still have the soft shell egg though. I don't know how to fix that yet. Layer feed and oyster shell are available at all times. Vitamins are given once a week in water. ?????? Wouldn't things have worked themselves out by now if it were just a new layer getting into the swing of things??

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Do not beta yourself up, it happens!

We all have injuries because of things we did or did not do.

I understand what your feeling though, I feel it all the time.

 

[The BlanchRanch]

Had to bring my 12 yo Aussie into the vet yesterday because of a lump on her hip & she has twisted her good front paw several times resulting in me having to carry her out of the dog park more then once. The vet tried to aspirate the lump & got nothing. He didn't go deep enough, because it broke open today. Need to make an appt to get it lanced & cleaned out. I don't want to lose another dog to an intramuscular abscess. Poor girl as already in so much pain from arthritis in her shoulders & wrists that the vet had to increase her meds again. He also made the comment that when the old boy (14yrs) time comes it might be better that they go together as they are bonded. Anybody have any experience with doggie diapers? The old boy just can't hold it for any extended time.

Sorry to hear. 14 years is a long time.

 

[Cluckies]

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Do not beta yourself up, it happens!

We all have injuries because of things we did or did not do.

I understand what your feeling though, I feel it all the time.

Agreed, I slammed my Fi's toe in the door. she had a skin flap and was bleeding everywhere, I had to bandage it for a couple of days, then it was better. You do feel awful though when they get hurt because of you.

 

[Cluckies]

Had to bring my 12 yo Aussie into the vet yesterday because of a lump on her hip & she has twisted her good front paw several times resulting in me having to carry her out of the dog park more then once. The vet tried to aspirate the lump & got nothing. He didn't go deep enough, because it broke open today. Need to make an appt to get it lanced & cleaned out. I don't want to lose another dog to an intramuscular abscess. Poor girl as already in so much pain from arthritis in her shoulders & wrists that the vet had to increase her meds again. He also made the comment that when the old boy (14yrs) time comes it might be better that they go together as they are bonded. Anybody have any experience with doggie diapers? The old boy just can't hold it for any extended time.

What vet do you go to? I go to All pets in Zimmerman. he is the best vet ever! Be prepared to stay awhile, he'll talk your ear off, but it is great! I don't have any experiece with doggy diapers, but thinking I need some for my girl on prozac. it is nice your puppies are so long lived, great job mom!

 

[MN Chicken]

I had to change my comment because on closer examination, the feathers in the tail and on the back do look like pullet feathers.  How old is this elusive creature?  It also has girly legs (very small shank size)  So, perhaps a pullet getting ready to crank out some protein bombs?  

Here he is growing up. I bet crowing soon. The other boys he was raised with all looked like girls and didn't crow either...yet.

4 weeks, already pink comb

6 weeks red

This whole batch of chicks was slow to feather, at least the boys were.

 

[aussiegal318]

What vet do you go to? I go to All pets in Zimmerman. he is the best vet ever! Be prepared to stay awhile, he'll talk your ear off, but it is great! I don't have any experiece with doggy diapers, but thinking I need some for my girl on prozac. it is nice your puppies are so long lived, great job mom!

Is that Dr Joel's practice? I haven't found where he went to. I go to Corcoran Pet Care and ONLY see Dr Ian Drumond. Barrington Oaks in Elk River is too expensive for fufu type care. Aussie Rescue MN takes dogs to Kimble & sometimes St Frances. My Aussies are spoiled, but not rotten. When I was at the stores regularly they would come with to meet/greet customers. They are with me most of the time, but when I have to leave them at home I door they can go out, just won't work for winter.

Did I miss the puppy picts?