FlockMommaHeadHen
In the Brooder
- Jan 18, 2020
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Hey all! I have cared for, and tended to chickens, turkeys, and ducks for over 15 years. I never thought that I would fall in love with these amazing feathered souls, and I am so glad I did.
The first time my husband brought a chicken home and tried to make me touch it, let alone pick it up, I was frightened and let out an embarrassing yell. As I got to know them, I saw their inquisitive side and then their noticed that many loved attention, some showed affection, and that each one has it's own personality; making me quickly learn that no chicken is the same.
We currently have 3 "flocks". A Rhode Island Red rooster, and a New Hampshite Red hen are one. A white Bantum Silke and a silver/black Wyndotte are another. And then we have 6 egglayer hens (looks like a cross of NH and RI reds), 2 bronze-breasted turkeys (a tom and a hen), and a female pekin duck. We are getting her a male duck. She was the last one left at the store and my husband felt awful leaving her alone. We have never had a problem with keeping all 3 species together, and we make sure each specific need for all is accommodated. It is not an easy feat, but it is a labor of love that's totally worth it!
I have referenced BYC too many times to count for everything from feed, to lice, to Tylan dosing, and more, but I never realized I wasn't a member until I tried to help someone. This group has saved so many of my birds, and has also allowed many to go to their final destination when it was called for. I want to return the favor to those in need!
The first time my husband brought a chicken home and tried to make me touch it, let alone pick it up, I was frightened and let out an embarrassing yell. As I got to know them, I saw their inquisitive side and then their noticed that many loved attention, some showed affection, and that each one has it's own personality; making me quickly learn that no chicken is the same.
We currently have 3 "flocks". A Rhode Island Red rooster, and a New Hampshite Red hen are one. A white Bantum Silke and a silver/black Wyndotte are another. And then we have 6 egglayer hens (looks like a cross of NH and RI reds), 2 bronze-breasted turkeys (a tom and a hen), and a female pekin duck. We are getting her a male duck. She was the last one left at the store and my husband felt awful leaving her alone. We have never had a problem with keeping all 3 species together, and we make sure each specific need for all is accommodated. It is not an easy feat, but it is a labor of love that's totally worth it!
I have referenced BYC too many times to count for everything from feed, to lice, to Tylan dosing, and more, but I never realized I wasn't a member until I tried to help someone. This group has saved so many of my birds, and has also allowed many to go to their final destination when it was called for. I want to return the favor to those in need!
We're so happy you've decided to join us 
