MJ's little flock

[CrazyChookChookLady]

He's a handsome fellow!

Oooh, I'm looking forward to seeing the chicks in a few weeks!!

Me too! This time last year we had Stanley's eggs in the incubator in Anna's classroom.

 

[BY Bob]

Hi there When no one else posts, I can always count on you two thanks!

I should post more myself.

Here's the Pegasaurus in what has become her corner of the Funrun.

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So she has a favorite space already. Have they divided the whole run yet?

 

[MaryJanet]

So she has a favorite space already. Have they divided the whole run yet?

They're working on it!

Ivy: the nest box is mine 24/7

Peggy: I'll take this corner.

Janet & Mary: ... For crying out loud. The whole run is everybody's, ok??

 

[Scrambles83]

I grew up in a southern state & they brought it in when I was a kid. I hate it!!! Stupid idea. Still stinkin' hot when you need to go to bed ~ & probably still quite a bit of light. Still getting up in the dark in summer when it's light by 4am round here. Honestly. It's not England. The idea of it still being full light @ 10pm @ night is horrendous!

Yep, and trying explain to a young kid that ‘I know the sun is still up but trust me, it’s bed time’

 

[Scrambles83]

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Beautiful Mal

 

[Scrambles83]

Nurse Mary

I've been very impressed with Mary's conduct throughout Sandy's sickness and convalescence. She frequently checks up on Sandy and spends many hours standing nearby. I've also seen her intervene on Sandy's behalf at the feeder, come running when she spots Janet and Sandy together, and drop some bits of grass for Sandy to eat.

I think she knows Sandy is not at her best and is working to give Sandy her best shot at recuperating.

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Bless Mary’s kind heart

 

[MaryJanet]

Bless Mary’s kind heart

She was very kind towards Sandy. It was remarkable.

 

[Scrambles83]

Coop clean out is on the cards

It's sping here and there's been rain and warmth, perfect for mites to multiply. So tomorrow, I'm going to remove everything that isn't nailed down, shovel out the litter, hose down the walls, spray with coopex, put everything back, and spread fresh litter. And then I'll rest well knowing for sure no mites are bothering the hens

Is it strange that I’ve never had mites in 3 years? I’ve never treated the coop for them either. Have I maybe just been unawares/ignorant? I check for them randomly, did so on Bok justcafter getting the young ones and couldn’t find anything I feel I’m ignorant of what I’m looking for now as it seems to be common to get them

 

[MaryJanet]

Is it strange that I’ve never had mites in 3 years? I’ve never treated the coop for them either. Have I maybe just been unawares/ignorant? I check for them randomly, did so on Bok justcafter getting the young ones and couldn’t find anything I feel I’m ignorant of what I’m looking for now as it seems to be common to get them

Red mites are endemic where I live. Maybe mites don't thrive in your neighborhood?

 

[Scrambles83]

Red mites are endemic where I live. Maybe mites don't thrive in your neighborhood?

Maybe not.
I’m guessing after this long it would be obvious if I had an infestation