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[emmylou6847]

Hi I'm new And I'm ready for all opinions to come my way !

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us You've been away for a while... How are your birds doing?

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

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Contest #6 Interesting Places, Funny Antics and Poses of Other Fowl - 9th Annual BYC Easter HAL

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

 

[drumstick diva]

Thank you for joining us at Backyard chickens. What breeds do you have?

 

[emmylou6847]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us You've been away for a while... How are your birds doing?

Well the one I think has scaly mites, and maybe some frostbite but not sure...

There is another that has been itching at her comb like she is infested w bugs (couldn't find any on her) cleaning out the whole coop tomorrow
Not going to lie feeling stressed and like a bad mom

 

[emmylou6847]

Well the one I think has scaly mites, and maybe some frostbite but not sure...

There is another that has been itching at her comb like she is infested w bugs (couldn't find any on her) cleaning out the whole coop tomorrow
Not going to lie feeling stressed and like a bad mom

Itching at her comb starting today made herself bleed

 

[FamilyFarm12]

Oh no! Have you ever had any in your coop? I’m sorry and best of luck with your flock!

 

[emmylou6847]

Oh no! Have you ever had any in your coop? I’m sorry and best of luck with your flock!

In the fall some had lice and I treated topically and the coop helped in a week..gonna hit it hard tomorrow major cleanup.
This lady in the picture I soaked her in warm water (her legs) then Vaseline

 

[Smuvers Farm]

Glad you're here !

A must have for your poultry is a FIRST AID KIT for any issues that would arise. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/suggestions-for-a-first-aid-kit.1150128/)
It's definitely better to have it and not need it rather than need it and not have it.

Also, make sure your coop(s) have a proper amount of VENTILATION. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...-there-and-cut-more-holes-in-your-coop.47774/) Your chickens will absolutely thank you for it!

One last thing, if you're into gardening, feel free to join this years SEED SWAP (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/seed-swap.1220129/)