North Carolina

[jdeoliveira74]

possibly

 

[BHep]

possibly

In the ugly stage right now...but going to be a handsome guy.
Already can see hints of the copper coming in on the neck.

 

[ramirezframing]

why have I been fighting with a broody silkie for a week who only wants to sit blue eggs and not the cream ones? She leaves the other silkie eggs alone but will go get the blue eggs. I wonder if she knows something I dont or if she just likes blue.

 

[ZaksGarden]

Anybody know if this is true about the herbs in nesting boxes?:

Here is a partial list of common herbs and flowers and their beneficial properties:
Basil - antibacterial, mucus membrane health
Catnip - sedative, insecticide
Cilantro - antioxidant, fungicide, builds strong bones, high in Vitamin A for vision and Vitamin K for blood clotting
Dill - antioxidant, relaxant, respiratory health
Fennel -laying stimulant
Garlic - laying stimulant
Lavender - stress reliever, increases blood circulation, highly aromatic, insecticide
Lemon Balm - stress reliever, antibacterial, highly aromatic, rodent repellent
Marigold - laying stimulant
Marjoram - lay stimulant
Mint (all kinds) - insecticide and rodent repellent
Nasturtium - laying stimulant, antiseptic, antibiotic, insecticide, wormer
Oregano - combats coccidia, salmonella, infectious bronchitis, avian flu, blackhead and e-coli
Parsley - high in vitamins, aids in blood vessel development, laying stimulant
Peppermint - anti-parasitic, insecticide
Pineapple Sage - aids nervous system, highly aromatic
Rose Petals - highly aromatic, high in Vitamin C
Rosemary - pain relief, respiratory health, insecticide
Sage - antioxidant, anti-parasitic
Spearmint - antiseptic, insecticide, stimulates nerve, brain and blood functions
Tarragon - antioxidant
Thyme - respiratory health, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-parasitic


Read more: http://www.grit.com/fresh-eggs-daily/nesting-box-herbs-chicken-aromatherapy.aspx#ixzz29TaKHs8Z

I found this very interesting, I recently read a lady's blog who puts herbs such as lavender, chamomile, peppermint, catmint, and other aromatic herbs in her nesting boxes (mixes it 50/50 with nesting material such as straw etc.) and she says she has seen a dramatic reduction in flies, and notices a pleasant smell in the coop. She thinks it makes the chickens happier, and more relaxed...although she nor I have been able to find any scientific resources that prove this theory.

As far as the herbs you listed I am sure that eating the herbs would provide those holistic health benefits, but if they are just in the nesting boxes then I am left to wonder how the chickens would absorb those health benefits. Just through inhaling the aromas? I certainly would like to give it a try.

Something else I would like to try, and intend to try this Spring is mixing dry garlic powder in with the water. Scientists at Clemson University tested this, adding garlic powder to chickens water and it physically masks the chicken droppings odor. It smells like a "pizzeria" rather than a chicken coop...also in blind taste tests people preferred the eggs that were laid by hens that were fed garlic, it adds taste...again supposedly. I myself have not tried this, but I will, and I grow several of the herbs you listed and in the Spring I would like to play around with adding a mixture of those items in the nesting boxes.

 

[AmyLou1782]

Genesis 1588 WITH the turner.....foolproof!

BHep should know.

Thank you very much! I will let my dear, sweet, beyond patient husband know!

 

[NewHomesteader2010]

Good evening everyone!! Hello and welcome to the new folks!!

A special thank you to all of you out there offering advice on my non-laying chickens. Since we have done nothing different, I am going to assume it is the weather and keep my fingers crossed that is it!!

KristinB - I too have heard a lot about putting herbs in the nesting box. Although, I found my "source" on Pinterest so I wasn't too sure how "valid" it was. LOL

On a side note...I may be quiet due to some major problems at home...so please do not miss me...TOO much!!

Took DD#2 for her 6mo check up (I CAN'T believe how fast time has flown) and the doctor was concerned with a few things, including the fact that despite eating every 2 hours (and YES she EATS) she only gained 0.5lb barely grew at all (less than 0.5") as well as having other "issues". We were referred to a genetic specialist as they fear she has a genetic disorder dealing with her connective tissues. As you know the heart is comprised of a large amount of connective tissue so now we get to sit and patiently wait for Duke or UNC to contact us to schedule an appointment. Don't they know that patience in a worrying mama is NONexistent? I have refrained from googling all the possible genetic disorders dealing with connective tissues for I know that it will only make things worse. Best case scenario: nothing...worse case scenario: death...so since I know the 2 extremes I need no other information to freak me out even more!! Right??

Have a great evening everyone!!

 

[AmyLou1782]

Good evening everyone!! Hello and welcome to the new folks!!

A special thank you to all of you out there offering advice on my non-laying chickens. Since we have done nothing different, I am going to assume it is the weather and keep my fingers crossed that is it!!

KristinB - I too have heard a lot about putting herbs in the nesting box. Although, I found my "source" on Pinterest so I wasn't too sure how "valid" it was. LOL

On a side note...I may be quiet due to some major problems at home...so please do not miss me...TOO much!!

Took DD#2 for her 6mo check up (I CAN'T believe how fast time has flown) and the doctor was concerned with a few things, including the fact that despite eating every 2 hours (and YES she EATS) she only gained 0.5lb barely grew at all (less than 0.5") as well as having other "issues". We were referred to a genetic specialist as they fear she has a genetic disorder dealing with her connective tissues. As you know the heart is comprised of a large amount of connective tissue so now we get to sit and patiently wait for Duke or UNC to contact us to schedule an appointment. Don't they know that patience in a worrying mama is NONexistent? I have refrained from googling all the possible genetic disorders dealing with connective tissues for I know that it will only make things worse. Best case scenario: nothing...worse case scenario: death...so since I know the 2 extremes I need no other information to freak me out even more!! Right??

Have a great evening everyone!!

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

 

[Coop Scoop Boogie]

Good evening everyone!! Hello and welcome to the new folks!!

A special thank you to all of you out there offering advice on my non-laying chickens. Since we have done nothing different, I am going to assume it is the weather and keep my fingers crossed that is it!!

KristinB - I too have heard a lot about putting herbs in the nesting box. Although, I found my "source" on Pinterest so I wasn't too sure how "valid" it was. LOL

On a side note...I may be quiet due to some major problems at home...so please do not miss me...TOO much!!

Took DD#2 for her 6mo check up (I CAN'T believe how fast time has flown) and the doctor was concerned with a few things, including the fact that despite eating every 2 hours (and YES she EATS) she only gained 0.5lb barely grew at all (less than 0.5") as well as having other "issues". We were referred to a genetic specialist as they fear she has a genetic disorder dealing with her connective tissues. As you know the heart is comprised of a large amount of connective tissue so now we get to sit and patiently wait for Duke or UNC to contact us to schedule an appointment. Don't they know that patience in a worrying mama is NONexistent? I have refrained from googling all the possible genetic disorders dealing with connective tissues for I know that it will only make things worse. Best case scenario: nothing...worse case scenario: death...so since I know the 2 extremes I need no other information to freak me out even more!! Right??

Have a great evening everyone!!

Thoughts, prayers and anything we can do to help, soothe,
cry along with you.........you got it.....just yell out!!!!

 

[BHep]

why have I been fighting with a broody silkie for a week who only wants to sit blue eggs and not the cream ones? She leaves the other silkie eggs alone but will go get the blue eggs. I wonder if she knows something I dont or if she just likes blue.

She just likes blue...

 

[BHep]

Good evening everyone!! Hello and welcome to the new folks!!

A special thank you to all of you out there offering advice on my non-laying chickens. Since we have done nothing different, I am going to assume it is the weather and keep my fingers crossed that is it!!

KristinB - I too have heard a lot about putting herbs in the nesting box. Although, I found my "source" on Pinterest so I wasn't too sure how "valid" it was. LOL

On a side note...I may be quiet due to some major problems at home...so please do not miss me...TOO much!!

Took DD#2 for her 6mo check up (I CAN'T believe how fast time has flown) and the doctor was concerned with a few things, including the fact that despite eating every 2 hours (and YES she EATS) she only gained 0.5lb barely grew at all (less than 0.5") as well as having other "issues". We were referred to a genetic specialist as they fear she has a genetic disorder dealing with her connective tissues. As you know the heart is comprised of a large amount of connective tissue so now we get to sit and patiently wait for Duke or UNC to contact us to schedule an appointment. Don't they know that patience in a worrying mama is NONexistent? I have refrained from googling all the possible genetic disorders dealing with connective tissues for I know that it will only make things worse. Best case scenario: nothing...worse case scenario: death...so since I know the 2 extremes I need no other information to freak me out even more!! Right??

Have a great evening everyone!!

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Thoughts, prayers and anything we can do to help, soothe,
cry along with you.........you got it.....just yell out!!!!

ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU MY FRIEND !