MJ's little flock

[Shadrach]

I just realised I used the sentence "I put Mary in the tub" like it's no big deal because it really wasn't a big deal to slowly herd the entire flock into the bathroom, close the door, then corner Mary with a big towel and lift her into the bath. I closed the shower curtains to give her a sense of containment, so she'd be less inclined to try hopping out, then I left her to settle while I slowly herded the others back outside.

She was an angel to handle, trim and lift out again.

Two years ago all of that would've been unthinkable.

You've done well imo. You haven't imposed yourself upon them and while they may not be over keen on cuddles they do trust you and that makes everything easier.

 

[MaryJanet]

You've done well imo. You haven't imposed yourself upon them and while they may not be over keen on cuddles they do trust you and that makes everything easier.

Thanks for sharing those thoughts Shad, it means a lot.

 

[BY Bob]

RC got me thinking about storage within the funrun.

What do you think of this sort of thing?

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It's 2.26 x 0.78 x 1.31m. I think that might be enough for coop storage

That should work great!

 

[BY Bob]

Peggy has one tail feather left. I guess she'll move on to no tail tomorrow.

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Well I bet that ticks her off! Look out everyone.

 

[MaryJanet]

That should work great!

I need to measure the existing metal bins to make sure they fit and I'd like to inspect one up close before committing to purchase, but it seems like a good option because, unlike a full sized shed, I'll have a clear view of the run while I'm in it.

 

[MaryJanet]

I was hoping to get ahead on the roosting box this weekend, but I gave my time to family and work instead.

The next two weekends are booked solid, so it'll be three weeks before I get a chance to look at it again (assuming nothing else crops up in the meantime).

 

[MaryJanet]

Even cottage cheese wasn't enough to tempt Peggy from her bath this evening. Ivy ate up two cheese portions!

 

[rjohns39]

Good evening folks

 

[Grammy60]

Good morning\evening MJ and everyone

 

[BY Bob]

Even cottage cheese wasn't enough to tempt Peggy from her bath this evening. Ivy ate up two cheese portions!

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Lucky Ivy!