New Member Introduction

[BusyBrunette]

Following new member prompts for introduction.
I'm based out of San Diego, Valley Center and typically have about 3-5 hens. I like heritage breeds .... Orphington's are my very favorite due to size, temperament, versatility and lay habits.

I joined the forum as finding a poultry vet is getting more and more difficult unless you are a commercial operation. No matter how long I've had chickens, there is always something new I need to learn each year it seems.

I most recently posted under "Emergencies" as my hen was attacked by squirrels who ate a significant portion of her neck. I'm nursing her now but am looking for any advise that can be offered.

 

[N F C]

Hello, sorry to hear about your injured hen...best wishes she makes a full recovery.

 

[muddy75]

Welcome to BYC! Hope your hen recovers soon!

 

[The Coop Crew]

Welcome to the community!!
Poor girl. Just keep the wound clean and moist with antibiotic ointment (without pain relief).
How is she acting?

 

[talkinboutchickens]

Welcome to BYC!
Holy cow who knew squirrels could be such menaces I hope your hen feels better soon.

 

[Jenbirdee]

hi. i’m so sorry about your hen. i hope she heals quickly .

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC. I hope your hen is better soon. I've only heard of a squirrel attacking a chicken once before. I guess its uncommon. What type squirrels were they?

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

Oh gosh, I am so sorry your hen got attacked! Squirrels do eat meat, I've seen them eat their own kind too, they can be aggressive. I do hope she heals soon.

 

[Nomadicus]

Hello and Welcome to BYC. Glad to have you here in this poultry loving community.

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to explore and hang out. Should you not have neosporin with pain med buy it at the dollar store or something similar.