It didn't take long, maybe an hour? The non-slip was fairly affordable and good value given how well it's lasted. I found it in the kitchen accessories section of the hardware store and it's easy to cut with scissors.
Are you sure about the 2 who didn’t crow to be pullets?
As sure as I can be. No crowing. Look like pullets. Behave like pullets. Delicate legs and feet. Very small combs and wattles. Pullet stance.
I am sad for you both too.
If I'd had enough presence of mind, I'd have got sex-linked chicks, but even so I'd still be complicit in the deaths of their brothers. At least this way, he won't have any pain and will be treated with kindness.
He has had a lot to enjoy, and was very lucky to be with you and your flock. It still makes me sad, for him and for you equally.
There won't be any pain. Only gentleness. He has only ever known kindness and that's not changing. I'm going to take a few grapes along so he can have a treat first.Yes the little guy has a great childhood. But also sad to have to say goodbye this way.
